Satoshi Nakagawa Blue #1 Damascus Tall Gyuto 240mm (No Handle)
Japanese kitchen knives are constantly evolving, and Satoshi Nakagawa is one blacksmith whose work is turning heads. Mentored by the iconic Kenichi Shiraki of Shiraki Hamono, Nakagawa-san brings his mastery of Blue Steel #1 to this stunning Damascus-clad gyuto. Known for its sharpness and impressive edge retention, Blue Steel #1 offers the performance of a high-carbon blade with the benefit of reduced reactivity compared to traditional white steels.
The 240mm gyuto length is beloved for its versatility, balancing power and control with precision, whether you’re mincing garlic or slicing through larger ingredients. This particular tall gyuto brings even more blade height, offering extra clearance and stability for a range of kitchen tasks.
This blade is sold without a handle, allowing you to fully customize it with a handle of your choice. Pair it with a custom handle from our collection to make this exceptional knife truly your own.
Specifications
- Brand: Nakagawa
- Blacksmith: Satoshi Nakagawa
- Steel Type: Blue #1 (Aogami) Carbon Steel
- Cladding: Iron Damascus
- Style: Gyuto
- Measured Blade Length: 230mm
- Overall Length: 340mm
- Blade Height at Heel: 55.82mm
- Spine Thickness: 3.53mm at heel, 2.6mm mid-blade, 0.67mm 1cm behind tip
- Weight: 170g
- Handle: Blade only
With a rich, hand-forged Damascus pattern and a core of Aogami Blue #1, this 240mm gyuto from Nakagawa-san is a remarkable piece, ready to be customized to your preferences for an unparalleled kitchen experience.
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