NAKAGAWA X TOKUSHU TALL White #1 Mizu Honyaki 255mm Gyuto No Handle
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Nakagawa x Tokushu White #1 Mizu Honyaki Gyuto 255mm No Handle
Experience the pinnacle of Japanese knife craftsmanship with the Nakagawa x Tokushu White #1 Mizu Honyaki Gyuto 255mm. This exceptional honyaki knife is a collaboration between master blacksmith Satoshi Nakagawa and Tokushu, bringing you unparalleled quality and tradition in blade forging.
Crafting a honyaki knife is one of the most challenging feats in blacksmithing. The process involves forging the blade from a single piece of premium Shirogami (White) Steel #1 and water quenching (mizu honyaki), a method significantly more demanding than oil quenching. Only a select few master smiths can execute this technique without the blade cracking, making honyaki knives rare and highly sought after.
Satoshi Nakagawa has mastered this intricate process, creating a stunning honyaki gyuto known for its exceptional thinness and precise cutting ability. The blade achieves an impressive hardness of HRC 65 due to the meticulous water-quenching process. This high hardness allows for superior edge retention and performance, making it an extraordinary tool in any kitchen.
With its substantial 255mm length, this honyaki gyuto is an indispensable addition for both professional chefs and serious home cooks. While it comes without a handle, this offers you the opportunity to customize it to your personal preference, making this knife truly unique to you.
Specifications
- Brand: Nakagawa x Tokushu
- Blacksmith: Satoshi Nakagawa
- Sharpener: Master Shuji Yamaguchi
- Core Steel Type: Shirogami (White) #1 (Rust Prone)
- Finish Type: Mirror Wave
- Knife Type: Gyuto
- Knife Length: 255mm (Sakai measurement from tip to machi)
- Handle: Not Included - Serious buyers please contact us for a custom handle consultation
- Measured Blade Length: 241mm
- Overall Length: 361mm
- Blade Height at Heel: 59mm
- Spine at Heel: 3.98mm
- Spine 1cm Behind Tip: 0.76mm
- Weight: 202g
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.
Order protection: Every order is insured. If a package is lost or damaged, contact us at Tony@TokushuKnife.com and we will handle the claim.
Outside the US: Supported international orders from TokushuKnife.com typically ship via FedEx Delivered Duty Paid (DDP). Tokushu Knife pays all applicable import duties and taxes on the customer's behalf. Customers are not responsible for paying duties or taxes. Available destinations, shipping charges and delivery estimates are shown at checkout. Customers may also shop at TokushuKnife.eu for regional inventory and options.
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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.
