Masakage Shimo White #2 Damascus Gyuto 210mm
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Overview
The Masakage Shimo Gyuto 210 mm is forged by master smith Yu Kurosaki in Echizen and named “Shimo” (“frost”) for its striking X-pattern Damascus that evokes winter glass. A White #2 carbon-steel core delivers legendary sharpness and effortless resharpening, while the soft-iron Damascus cladding absorbs impact to protect the edge. At just 146 g with an octagonal magnolia handle and pakkawood ferrule, this gyuto feels feather-light yet balanced for long prep sessions, gliding through proteins and produce alike.
Common Questions
Q: Is this 210 mm gyuto versatile enough to be my only kitchen knife?
A: Absolutely. The 210 mm length (about 8¼″) mirrors a Western chef’s knife, giving you one-knife coverage for slicing meats, dicing veggies, and precision tip work.
Q: Will White #2 rust, and how do I care for it?
A: White #2 is reactive. Rinse, hand-wash, and dry immediately after use, then store in a dry place. A light coat of food-safe oil prevents patina when storing for long periods.
Q: How does it compare to my heavier German knife?
A: At roughly half the weight, the Shimo feels more agile and fatigues your wrist less, while its 62 HRC edge holds sharpness far longer under routine prep.
Specifications
- Core Steel: White #2 (Shirogami #2) carbon steel
- Cladding Type: Soft-iron Damascus, hand-hammered “frost” pattern
- Blade Length: 210 mm
- Overall Length: ~374 mm
- Spine Thickness (Heel): 2.7 mm
- Spine Thickness (Mid): Spec not found
- Blade Height: 47 mm<
- Weight: 146 g
- Handle Material: Octagonal magnolia with black pakkawood collar
- Hardness (HRC): 62–63
Shipping, returns and order protection
US shipping: Free on orders over $99. Orders are normally fulfilled within 2 business days, and UPS Ground transit is typically 1–5 business days after fulfillment. Custom handle installation or sharpening may add 1–2 business days.
Returns: Eligible purchases may be returned within 180 days with a free prepaid return label. Knives sharpened by Tokushu Knife or fitted with a custom handle remain eligible if they are otherwise new, unused, undamaged, and returned in their original packaging with all included components. The same refund terms apply.
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Steel, Construction and Care
Our catalog includes stainless, semi-stainless and carbon steels selected for edge performance and durability. Carbon steels may develop a patina, while stainless steels are designed to resist discoloration. Follow the care guidance on each product page, hand wash only and dry the knife promptly after use.
