{"product_id":"masuda-yoshihide-blue-1-kurozome-damascus-gyuto-210mm-with-prisma-knife-custom-handle","title":"Masuda Yoshihide Blue #1 Kurozome Damascus Gyuto 210mm with Prisma Knife Custom Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Masuda Yoshihide Blue #1 Kurozome Damascus Gyuto 210mm with Prisma Knife Custom Handle is a high-end Sanjo-made Japanese chef knife with serious visual presence and strong cutting performance. Forged by Yoshihide Masuda, this gyuto features a Blue #1 carbon steel core, iron damascus cladding, and a dramatic kurozome finish that creates a dark, smoky contrast across the upper blade. It is a premium handmade knife for cooks who want edge retention, food release, and collector-level character in one piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe measured 222mm blade length gives this knife more reach than many standard 210mm gyutos, while the 54.5mm heel height provides excellent knuckle clearance and a confident feel on the board. The spine starts thick at 3.82mm near the heel, then tapers down to 0.5mm near the tip, creating a powerful-but-refined grind that can handle larger prep while still offering good precision at the front of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe custom Prisma Knife handle gives this piece a unique Tokushu Knife upgrade, pairing warm stabilized wood tones with resin accents for a one-of-a-kind look. This is the kind of knife that works hard in the kitchen but still feels special every time you pick it up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is the Masuda Yoshihide Blue #1 Kurozome Damascus Gyuto good for serious home cooks?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. This knife is an excellent choice for serious home cooks and professionals who want a taller gyuto with strong edge retention, excellent board presence, and handmade Sanjo character. It is best for users who are comfortable caring for carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is Blue #1 steel best known for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue #1, also called Aogami #1, is known for excellent edge retention, a very sharp edge, and good sharpening response. It is a carbon steel, so it should be washed and dried carefully after use to prevent rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What does kurozome damascus mean?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kurozome refers to a darkened or black-dyed finish that brings out contrast in the blade surface. On this knife, it gives the damascus cladding a darker, more dramatic look while highlighting the layered steel pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How should I care for this carbon steel gyuto?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash by hand, dry immediately, and never put it in the dishwasher. Use a knife-friendly surface such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa Pro Cutting Board\u003c\/a\u003e, and maintain the edge with careful sharpening or a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/leather-strop-tokushu-knife-premium-xl-buffalo-strop\"\u003eTokushu Knife leather strop\u003c\/a\u003e. For added carbon steel protection during longer storage, apply a thin layer of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/100-pure-tsubaki-japanese-knife-maintenance-camellia-oil-3-4-oz\"\u003epure tsubaki oil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ Blacksmith:\u003c\/strong\u003e Masuda Yoshihide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue #1 \/ Aogami #1 Carbon Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron Damascus Clad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kurozome Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 369mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 222mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 54.5mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.82mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Mid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.6mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness Near Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 205g \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom Prisma Knife Handle with stabilized wood and resin accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 63–64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sanjo, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"H\u0026K","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51740743663840,"sku":null,"price":875.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/masuda-yoshihide-blue-1-kurozome-damascus-gyuto-210mm-3.jpg?v=1776537282","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/masuda-yoshihide-blue-1-kurozome-damascus-gyuto-210mm-with-prisma-knife-custom-handle","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}