The Okada White #2 Damascus Gyuto 240mm is a hand-forged knife from Echizen’s Takefu Knife Village, where Okada-san is one of the founding craftsmen. Originally a blacksmith of gardening tools such as sickles and hedge shears, he brings that same traditional forging skill and practical mindset to kitchen knives. This larger gyuto was developed as a double-bevel companion to his popular takobiki knives and offers excellent reach, power, and efficiency for bigger prep tasks.
The core steel is Shirogami #2 (White #2), a very pure carbon steel known for taking an extremely sharp edge and for how easily it sharpens. It is clad in a reactive Damascus finish, giving the blade a striking layered appearance while maintaining excellent cutting performance. Both the core and cladding are reactive, so the knife will develop a patina over time and should be washed and dried after use. The 240mm length is ideal for slicing proteins, working through larger ingredients, and efficient push cutting during heavy prep sessions.
What Customers Are Saying: Customers appreciate the combination of excellent cutting performance and the beautiful Damascus finish. The White #2 core sharpens easily and takes a very keen edge, while the longer blade provides added power and efficiency for larger prep work. Many also enjoy the balance and traditional handcrafted feel of the knife.
Care Instructions: This knife has a fully reactive carbon steel blade. Wash and dry it after use and avoid prolonged contact with acidic foods. Do not cut frozen foods or bones. Store it in a dry place or use a saya or blade guard for protection.
Maker: Okada-san
Location: Echizen, Japan
Edge Steel: White #2 Carbon Steel
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Cladding: Reactive Damascus
Edge Grind: Even (50/50)
Hardness: ~61 HRC
Blade Length: 242 mm
Total Length: 391 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 3 mm
Blade Height: 55 mm
Weight: 7.3 oz (208 g)
Handle: Octagonal Sandalwood
The core steel is Shirogami #2 (White #2), a very pure carbon steel known for taking an extremely sharp edge and for how easily it sharpens. It is clad in a reactive Damascus finish, giving the blade a striking layered appearance while maintaining excellent cutting performance. Both the core and cladding are reactive, so the knife will develop a patina over time and should be washed and dried after use. The 240mm length is ideal for slicing proteins, working through larger ingredients, and efficient push cutting during heavy prep sessions.
What Customers Are Saying: Customers appreciate the combination of excellent cutting performance and the beautiful Damascus finish. The White #2 core sharpens easily and takes a very keen edge, while the longer blade provides added power and efficiency for larger prep work. Many also enjoy the balance and traditional handcrafted feel of the knife.
Care Instructions: This knife has a fully reactive carbon steel blade. Wash and dry it after use and avoid prolonged contact with acidic foods. Do not cut frozen foods or bones. Store it in a dry place or use a saya or blade guard for protection.
