Takamura VG-10 Migaki Gyuto 210mm
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Overview
The Takamura VG-10 Migaki Gyuto 210mm is a thin, precise, and highly capable Japanese chef knife from Takamura Uchihamono in Echizen, Japan. Takamura is known for exceptional fit and finish, laser-like geometry, and performance that often feels far above the price point. This gyuto is designed for cooks who want a stainless Japanese knife that feels fast, clean, and accurate through vegetables, proteins, and daily prep.
VG-10 is a stainless steel with strong edge retention, good toughness, and easy day-to-day maintenance. Because VG-10 has deep roots in Echizen cutlery, it is a natural fit for Takamura’s lineup. The soft stainless cladding helps protect the blade while keeping the knife practical for busy home kitchens and professional prep environments.
The migaki finish gives the blade a clean, polished look, while the thin grind makes this knife feel extremely efficient on the board. The black western pakka wood handle provides a familiar, comfortable grip with excellent control for cooks who prefer a yo-handle over a traditional wa-handle.
Common Questions
Q: Is the Takamura VG-10 Gyuto good for home cooks?
A: Yes. This is an excellent choice for home cooks who want a high-performance Japanese chef knife without moving into carbon steel maintenance. The stainless VG-10 core and stainless cladding make it easier to care for than many traditional carbon knives.
Q: What is a 210mm gyuto best used for?
A: A 210mm gyuto is one of the most versatile Japanese knife sizes. It works well for slicing meats, chopping vegetables, mincing herbs, and general meal prep. It is long enough for efficient cutting but still manageable for most kitchens.
Q: Is this knife thin behind the edge?
A: Yes. Takamura knives are known for their thin, laser-style grinds. This makes the knife feel very smooth through food, but it should be used with care on a knife-friendly cutting board and should not be used for bones, frozen foods, or hard twisting cuts.
Specifications
- Brand: Takamura Uchihamono
- Location: Echizen, Japan
- Knifesmith: Takamura Brothers
- Sharpener: Takamura Brothers
- Line: Takamura VG-10
- Core Steel: VG-10
- Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
- Cladding Type: Soft Stainless Steel
- Finish: Migaki
- Knife Type: Gyuto
- Blade Length: 212 mm
- Overall Length: 336 mm
- Blade Height at Heel: 45.2 mm
- Spine Thickness at Heel: 1.6 mm
- Weight: 5.2 oz
- Hardness: 60–62 HRC
- Handle Material: Black Pakka Wood
- Handle Style: Western / Yo Handle
Care: Hand wash and dry immediately after use. Do not put this knife in the dishwasher. Use a quality cutting board and avoid bones, frozen foods, and hard squash stems. For long-term edge maintenance, use light stropping between sharpening sessions.
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.
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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.
