{"product_id":"tsunehisa-vg-10-tsuchime-gyuto-210mm-brown-western-handle","title":"Tsunehisa VG-10 Tsuchime Gyuto 210mm with Brown Western Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTsunehisa VG-10 Tsuchime Gyuto 210mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tsunehisa VG-10 Tsuchime Gyuto 210mm is a versatile Japanese chef knife for everyday slicing, chopping, and meal prep. Its VG-10 stainless steel core offers dependable edge retention and low-maintenance care, while the plain stainless cladding has a hammered \u003cem\u003etsuchime\u003c\/em\u003e finish. This is not a Damascus knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brown pakkawood Western handle uses a full-tang, triple-riveted construction with a stainless steel bolster. It gives cooks who are used to European-style handles a familiar, secure grip, while the 210mm gyuto profile provides the reach and control needed for vegetables, boneless proteins, herbs, and general kitchen work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is a 210mm Gyuto Best Used For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 210mm gyuto is an all-purpose Japanese chef knife. It is well suited to preparing onions, vegetables, meat, fish, and herbs. The blade supports push cutting, pull slicing, and controlled rocking, making this size a practical choice for both home cooks and professional kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this knife Damascus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It has a VG-10 stainless steel core with plain stainless steel cladding and a hammered tsuchime finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs VG-10 stainless?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. VG-10 is a high-carbon stainless steel known for good edge retention, corrosion resistance, and relatively easy maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this gyuto suitable for left-handed cooks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The 50\/50 double-bevel edge and symmetrical Western handle work for right- or left-handed use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this knife cut bones or frozen food?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Use it for normal food preparation only. Bones, frozen foods, hard pits, and twisting cuts can chip a thin Japanese knife edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I care for this knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand-wash and dry it promptly after use. Do not place it in a dishwasher. Use a wood, rubber, or quality synthetic cutting board and sharpen it on whetstones or have it professionally sharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tsunehisa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gyuto \/ Japanese chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e VG-10 stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plain stainless steel; non-Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e San mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tsuchime (hammered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Blade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 60–62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50\/50 double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown pakkawood Western handle with stainless steel bolster and three rivets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTang:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand Orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambidextrous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-wash and dry immediately; never use a dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tsunehisa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47390486528224,"sku":"T-VA-Tsuchime-Brown-Gyuto210","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/tsunehisa-vg10-tsuchime-gyuto-210mm-02_5dff3321-2d34-45ae-9b6d-512e183b8eb3.jpg?v=1780754126","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/es\/products\/tsunehisa-vg-10-tsuchime-gyuto-210mm-brown-western-handle","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}