Shindo-san is a solo blacksmith in Japan known for his precise hand-forging and traditional craftsmanship. This 210mm gyuto from his Enjin line is a versatile, workhorse-style chef knife crafted with SRK8 carbon steel, clad in soft iron and finished in rustic kurouchi. The blade delivers excellent edge retention, a fine grain structure, and a subtle convex grind that glides through food with minimal resistance. With a balance of handmade appeal and everyday function, it’s a great choice for both pros and passionate home cooks. These knives are carbon steel so for care, hand wasy and towel dry after using—also, no bones or frozen foods. The edges are thin and the steel is hard so they can chip with improper use.
Blacksmith: Shindo San
Brand: Enjin
Location: Kochi (Tosa), Japan
Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai
Steel: SRK8
HRC: 63 +-
Finish: Kurouchi
Handle: Octagonal Oak, Burnt Urushi Finish
Grind: Even
Weight: 5.9 oz (166 g)
Edge Length: 216 mm
Total Length: 370 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 5 mm
Blade Height: 52 mm
