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Shibata Koutetsu R-2 Gyuto 210mm
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Shibata Koutetsu R-2 Gyuto 210mm

Item #: SKR2-G210

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(5 out of 5 based on 7 reviews)

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The Shibata Koutetsu line of R-2 knives are made by young bladesmith Takayuki Shibata out of his shop in Fukuyama City, Hiroshima, Japan. His first line of kitchen knives have a very distinctive design philosophy which can best be explained by the master himself:

“In my kitchen I was using a gyuto knife. It was a beautiful knife. But it was a little too curved for my liking. Didn't make enough contact with the food. So I switched to a straight-edged nakiri. Better for chopping vegetables. But when I was cutting meat, then I wanted to go back to my gyuto. Hmm, I thought. Somebody should make a new type of knife, one that falls between a gyuto and a nakiri. And then, as I am a knife maker, I thought that I should make it. So I did. I gave it a slightly curved edge. Too-straight produces too much friction. Too-curved reduces contact with the food. This slight curve is my attempt at a happy medium. I also gave it a sharp point. This is very nice for scoring vegetables, or squid, or chicken.”

Shiba makes use of the popular R-2 powdered stainless steel alloy to fashion the jigane (inner layer) which then receives a hagane (outer layer) of a softer stainless steel. A lovely hand executed rough finish is applied to this layer to aid in food release, especially in items with a high water content.

These laser-like blades are finished to the highest standards and then matched to a lovely octagonal rosewood handle and pakka wood ferrule.

If you look at the 4th photo you can see a carrot sliced on the right was cut by a good, but ordinary, kitchen knife. The slice on the left was cut by a Shibata Koutetsu.

We think Shibata-san is really onto something, and we think you might agree!

  • Weight: 4.9 oz (140 g)
  • Blade Length: 211 mm
  • Total Length: 358 mm
  • Spine Thickness at Base: 1.9 mm
  • Blade Height: 46.7 mm
  • NO BONES OR FROZEN FOODS
  • Please note the small name change to "Koutetsu" as of 6/11/2021.



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      Beast of a knife.
    Posted By: Osbaldo Garcia

    Probably one of my most procrastinated reviews on here lol. So I've had this knife about 4 years tops (I can't remember when I bought it at this point lol) and I have to say it in my top 3 performers and workhorses to date (I've gone had about 15 high end knives at this point). It has a wicked edge OTB, sharpens easily, is lightweight so doesn't cause fatigue, AND it looks bad ass! Few minutes on the high grit stones and strop is all it need to keep it in tip top shape. 10/10 from me.

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      Great Laser cutter
    Posted By: M. Palis - verified customer
    1 people found this review helpful

    This is a light, thin blade that is made for cutting efficiency. It breezes through produce and proteins, it balances perfectly at the pinch grip. I do worry a little about it maybe being easily chipped but there are plenty of professionals that use it regularly in line service. So, I plan to use the knife and not abuse it.

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      Amazing knife!!!
    Posted By: Josh

    Razor sharp out the box. Beautiful fit and finish. Kanji adds a lot. Super light weight. For a home cook looking to make meals for family and friends, this really allows your knife skills to shine!! You can make incredible precise cuts, very quickly. I felt like a professional chef immediately. I was not battling the pepper, I was caressing the pepper.

    If the other 11 5 star reviews of this knife didn't convince you, grab one before they are gone.


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      Amazing.
    Posted By: Chris Buckley - verified customer

    Amazing

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      Shibata Kotetsu
    Posted By: Bill Ahl - verified customer

    Beautiful knife! Excellent fit and finish,razor sharp otb and effortlessly glides through product. Very happy with this one.

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      R-2
    Posted By: SDM - verified customer

    Beautiful knife. In hand, it is slim and sleek. As advertised, it has a little flatter cutting edge in contrast to the guyots I have, but.still a pleasure to use. Very sharp and a very nice handle.

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      New favorite
    Posted By: John Tucker - verified customer

    I received the 175mm Bunka version of this knife last X-Mas. I've enjoyed it immensely, but I generally like a longer blade for general purpose work . Ordered the 210 mm Gyoto for myself and immediately had buyers regret, thinking I should a have ordered the 240mm version. I was wrong. The 210 length is perfect and I processed through a hefty amount of onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, chicken (boneless) and steak (also boneless) last night for Shish Kabobs. Great feel and so SO precise. White

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