Shindo san has been forging knives in Kami City, Kochi Prefecture for years, and his work sits squarely in the tradition that makes Tosa one of Japan's most respected knife-making regions - purposeful construction, hard-working steel, and no wasted effort. This 240mm gyuto represents his Blue #2 line in its most direct form: a long, capable chef knife built for cooks who want a serious tool without unnecessary complexity.
The gyuto - Japan's all-purpose chef knife - comes into its own at 240mm, where the additional length rewards slicing tasks and larger prep volumes. This one is forged from Blue #2 carbon steel (Aogami #2) in san mai construction, heat treated to 62 HRC and finished in kurouchi (as-forged black surface). The thinner 4mm spine gives the blade a nimble feel despite the size, and the cherry wood oval handle with black plastic ferrule is understated and comfortable in hand. This is a knife built to be used, not displayed.
Care Instructions: Blue #2 is a reactive carbon steel that will develop a natural patina over time. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after use and avoid leaving acidic foods on the cutting edge. For long-term storage, apply a light coat of camellia oil. Hand wash only.
The gyuto - Japan's all-purpose chef knife - comes into its own at 240mm, where the additional length rewards slicing tasks and larger prep volumes. This one is forged from Blue #2 carbon steel (Aogami #2) in san mai construction, heat treated to 62 HRC and finished in kurouchi (as-forged black surface). The thinner 4mm spine gives the blade a nimble feel despite the size, and the cherry wood oval handle with black plastic ferrule is understated and comfortable in hand. This is a knife built to be used, not displayed.
Care Instructions: Blue #2 is a reactive carbon steel that will develop a natural patina over time. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after use and avoid leaving acidic foods on the cutting edge. For long-term storage, apply a light coat of camellia oil. Hand wash only.
- Blacksmith: Shindo San
- Location: Kami City, Kochi Prefecture, Japan
- Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
- Edge Steel: Blue #2 Carbon Steel (Aogami #2)
- Finish: Kurouchi (As-Forged Black)
- HRC: 62 +-
- Edge Grind: Even
- Handle: Cherry Wood Oval
- Ferrule: Black Plastic
- Weight: 6 oz (168 g)
- Blade Length: 246 mm
- Total Length: 395 mm
- Spine Thickness at Heel: 4 mm
- Blade Height: 54 mm
