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Featuring the most advanced in cutlery steels, stunning aesthetics, and a flexible profile, the Sukenari ZDP-189 240mm gyuto is an outstanding choice for demanding consumers of Japanese cutlery. The ZDP-189 core steel is advanced powdered metallurgy steel capable of holding an edge for an extremely long time. This makes the knife a great choice for culinary professionals who work extended prep sessions and need a knife that can keep up. It is also a great option for home enthusiasts who value time at the cutting board more than time on the water stones.
The ZDP-189 core is wrapped in an attractive, mirror polished, Damascus patterned cladding layer. Both the ZDP-189 core and cladding are stainless steel so upkeep is easy. The profile is versatile with generous finger clearance, a sweet spot at the heel for chopping, a gentle belly for rocking, and a thin pointed tip for detail work.Steel: ZDP189 Clad with Damascus
HRC: 66-67
Finish: Mirror Polish
Edge Length: 234mm
Spine Thickness: 3.1mm
Blade Height at Heel: 50.5mm
Edge Grind: 50/50
Weight: 7.2oz / 202g
Handle: Custom Octagonal by Isaiah Schroeder
The ZDP-189 core is wrapped in an attractive, mirror polished, Damascus patterned cladding layer. Both the ZDP-189 core and cladding are stainless steel so upkeep is easy. The profile is versatile with generous finger clearance, a sweet spot at the heel for chopping, a gentle belly for rocking, and a thin pointed tip for detail work.
Product Reviews
Stunning knife, January 24, 2020Posted By: deanb
I’ve had this zdp-289 Damascus 240mm Sukenari gyuto for a few years now. I’m amazed at how chip resistant it is for being as hard as it is. I polished the edge on a 12000 grit stone when I got it, probably didn’t need it, and I occasionally strop it. It takes and keeps an incredibly keen edge for a very very long time. It is also stunning to look at. The fit and finish is as good as it gets. If you can afford this knife then I recommend you buy it, you won’t be sorry.
I’ve had this zdp-289 Damascus 240mm Sukenari gyuto for a few years now. I’m amazed at how chip resistant it is for being as hard as it is. I polished the edge on a 12000 grit stone when I got it, probably didn’t need it, and I occasionally strop it. It takes and keeps an incredibly keen edge for a very very long time. It is also stunning to look at. The fit and finish is as good as it gets. If you can afford this knife then I recommend you buy it, you won’t be sorry.
Anniversary Gift, December 5, 2019Posted By: Matt Bradley
Knife arrived promptly and in perfect shape. It's gorgeous! Fit & finish were immaculate, as expected with a Sukenari. I bought it as a 43rd anniversary gift for my wife. Is she in to Japanese knives? No, not at all. So I was thinking about including a note, saying something like, "... a gift as beautiful and enduring as our love for each other." Something like that. Hopefully it will go over better than the weather station I gave her a few years ago. Wish me luck!
Knife arrived promptly and in perfect shape. It's gorgeous! Fit & finish were immaculate, as expected with a Sukenari. I bought it as a 43rd anniversary gift for my wife. Is she in to Japanese knives? No, not at all. So I was thinking about including a note, saying something like, "... a gift as beautiful and enduring as our love for each other." Something like that. Hopefully it will go over better than the weather station I gave her a few years ago. Wish me luck!
ATTENTION!!!! this thing is a hefty beef cake of a knife , February 26, 2018Posted By: Nam Nguyen - verified customer
8 people found this review helpful
The Sukenari is a beefy knife , much bigger then i thought and love the fact that it is .fit and finish are amazing and and with the weight of custom handle has perfect balance with my pinch grip . OOB the edge was great 6 to 7 and only needed a little time on a 4 and 8 thousand stones to get it where i wanted it (personal preference really ) . these knives do not last long when they come on here so i made sure i snagged it up and i am absolutely in love with this knife.. ran it through the paces in a professional kitchen and it killed everything it touched . butternut squash no wedging, everything else was butter to this thing . it really is a must have knife to have in your arsenal . CKTG keep up the great work from the great white north :)
8 people found this review helpful
The Sukenari is a beefy knife , much bigger then i thought and love the fact that it is .fit and finish are amazing and and with the weight of custom handle has perfect balance with my pinch grip . OOB the edge was great 6 to 7 and only needed a little time on a 4 and 8 thousand stones to get it where i wanted it (personal preference really ) . these knives do not last long when they come on here so i made sure i snagged it up and i am absolutely in love with this knife.. ran it through the paces in a professional kitchen and it killed everything it touched . butternut squash no wedging, everything else was butter to this thing . it really is a must have knife to have in your arsenal . CKTG keep up the great work from the great white north :)
Perfect birthday gift , January 14, 2017Posted By: NOT-U - verified customer
4 people found this review helpful
First time using a Japanese knive so can't give much of a review....but she loves them enough to kick her once beloved Wusthof knives in the drawer (properly sheathed) and these now sit proudly on the magnetic wood knife holder for all to see.
4 people found this review helpful
First time using a Japanese knive so can't give much of a review....but she loves them enough to kick her once beloved Wusthof knives in the drawer (properly sheathed) and these now sit proudly on the magnetic wood knife holder for all to see.
Sunkenari ZDP 189 Damascus Gyuto 240, September 6, 2016Posted By: scott smith - verified customer
5 people found this review helpful
Let me fist say that this is a very impressive looking knife. Construction is top notch and worth every dollar. Very sharp out of the box but I did need to touch it up a bit with a 6000 and 10000 stone and now it cuts like a laser. I have a few knives now from CKTG and they have been very good. Selling off some MAC knives now to make room for maybe one more knife.
5 people found this review helpful
Let me fist say that this is a very impressive looking knife. Construction is top notch and worth every dollar. Very sharp out of the box but I did need to touch it up a bit with a 6000 and 10000 stone and now it cuts like a laser. I have a few knives now from CKTG and they have been very good. Selling off some MAC knives now to make room for maybe one more knife.
Product Review, April 16, 2014 Product Review, March 30, 2014Posted By: Ernest - verified customer
7 people found this review helpful
This is the beautiful quality gyuto knife I like the most if compare Konosuke blue paper #2 steel , this knife able to cut pumpkin , Kumara just like butter.Sharp and value for the price which is ZDP 189 steel.
7 people found this review helpful
This is the beautiful quality gyuto knife I like the most if compare Konosuke blue paper #2 steel , this knife able to cut pumpkin , Kumara just like butter.Sharp and value for the price which is ZDP 189 steel.
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