Description
⚡️Chūbō Saku SLD Steel Kurouchi Hammered Gyuto 21cm/24cm Ebony Octagonal Handle⚡
🔥Brand: #Chūbō Saku
🔪YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/GQ7MSiYMDoQ
🔪Knife Type: Gyuto
🔪Steel: SLD steel, Kurouchi finish with hammered texture
🔪Rust Resistance: Moderate
🔪Size: 21cm / 24cm
🔪Handle: Ebony octagonal with white buffalo horn ferrule
🔪Saya: Available separately (multiple options)
🔪Thickness: ≈2.9mm
🔪Blade Width: ≈4.6cm / 5cm
🔪Weight: ≈202g / 245g
⭕️Crafted by the renowned Tadahusa Knife Workshop in Sanjo City, Niigata, this knife features the distinctive "Roll Forged" technique—offering excellent cutting performance while maintaining both rigidity and toughness.
The spine is thick, showcasing the signature Sanjo-style taper that provides a well-balanced and stable grip. The blade surface combines kurouchi (black-forged finish) with a hammered texture, adding artisanal character while helping to reduce food sticking.
This is a highly practical knife perfect for everyday use—solid in hand, sharp in performance, and low-maintenance. The thick spine adds a reassuring feel, and its outstanding cost-performance makes it a great choice for both beginners and seasoned users alike.
⭕️SLD steel offers high hardness (HRC 60–62), excellent edge retention, wear resistance, and decent corrosion resistance for humid kitchen environments.
⭕️The Gyuto is a Japanese chef’s knife ideal for slicing and prepping large cuts of meat. Its long, narrow blade supports smooth, clean cuts, perfect for professionals and home cooks alike.