Masahiro Specialty Knives

The STAINLESS steel is MBS-26 which features a Rockwell hardness of 59. The Carbon content is very high at .85-.95 percent. This means that a little extra care should be taken to dry the knife after use to avoid rust. The advantage is that it is easier to sharpen and retains it's edge exceedingly well. The fit on the handle is not on the same par as our other Masahiro knives. In some cases the wooden handle is a bit larger than the knife tang, but can easily be sanded to form a perfect fit.

Single edged, stainless steel knife. The Japanese translation would be "dropped head, wide mouthed knife". This knife is widely used in Tokyo fish markets for breaking down whole fish. Learn More

The Masahiro 240mm 2 Sided Fish Fillet Knife is a double edged, stainless steel knife that has become extremely popular due to its wide use in Tokyo fish markets. Built for breaking down whole fish, the Japanese translation of this blade shape would be "dropped head, wide mouthed knife." This is a razor sharp knife with fantastic shape for processing large amounts of fish quickly.
  Please note that the steel in this blade is different from the MV knives listed on this page.  The steel used in this blade is a unique, proprietary stainless steel blend with a Rockwell hardness of 59°. Although this is considered a stainless steel knife it has a very high carbon content at .85-.95 percent. This means that a little extra care should be taken to dry the knife after use to avoid rust. The advantage is that it is easier to sharpen and retains it's edge exceedingly well. The fit on the handle is not on the same par as our other Masahiro knives. In some cases the wooden handle is a bit larger than the knife tang, but can easily be sanded to form a perfect fit. Many fisherman like to wrap their cutting knives. This handle takes a wrap very well.  Need to protect this knife? We recommend the Forschner 8-10 inch Knife Safe that can be purchased here

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Masahiro TX-101 Chinese Cleaver The Masahiro TX-101 is a thin, broad-bladed Chinese cleaver for cooks who do most of their cutting with one knife. Like the traditional Chinese chef’s knife, it slices, dices, minces and juliennes vegetables and boneless meat, and its wide blade doubles as a scoop for carrying food from board to pan. At this size, the TX-101 is light and nimble enough for cooks new to the cleaver form. Features Stainless-clad carbon steel: The core is MV85 carbon steel, which takes a keen edge, holds it well and is easy to resharpen on waterstones. The core is laminated between layers of SUS410 stainless steel, so only the exposed edge requires the care of a carbon knife. Double-bevel edge: The edge is ground evenly on both sides, so it cuts straight and suits right- and left-handed cooks alike. Slightly curved edge: A gentle curve allows a light rocking motion for mincing herbs and garlic, while the long flat section handles push cuts. Rosewood handle: The handle provides a secure grip and a traditional appearance. Choosing a Cleaver The larger Masahiro TX-104 210mm Chinese Cleaver offers more length and weight for high-volume vegetable work. The TX-101 is a slicing cleaver, not a bone cleaver; its thin blade is not intended for chopping through bone. Learn More

Masahiro TX-104 Chinese Cleaver The Masahiro TX-104 is a full-size Chinese cleaver for cooks who prepare large quantities of vegetables and boneless proteins. Its long, tall blade slices, dices, minces and juliennes with long, efficient strokes, and its broad face carries a full board of prepared ingredients to the pan in one motion. Features Stainless-clad carbon steel: The high-carbon steel core takes a keen edge, holds it well and is easy to resharpen on waterstones. Stainless steel cladding covers the faces of the blade, so only the exposed edge requires the care of a carbon knife. Double-bevel edge: The edge is ground evenly on both sides, so it cuts straight and suits right- and left-handed cooks alike. Slightly curved edge: A gentle curve allows a light rocking motion for mincing herbs and aromatics, while the long flat section handles push cuts. Balanced weight: The added mass of the larger blade carries the knife through dense vegetables such as cabbage and winter squash flesh with less effort. Choosing a Cleaver The smaller, lighter Masahiro TX-101 Chinese Cleaver suits smaller hands and cooks new to the cleaver form. The TX-104 is a slicing cleaver, not a bone cleaver; its thin blade is not intended for chopping through bone. Learn More

Masahiro Specialty Slicer made with the intention of slicing incredibly thin slices of Cured Ham (Specifically from Spain). Iberico Ham is quite the precious commodity in Spain and around the world as no other Ham is cured and treated with as much passion. This makes this treat very expensive and hard to acquire. A Chef will want the best possible yield when slicing their product. This Masahiro Slicer with a unique Serration pattern is just what is needed to get the finest slices of Ham possible. The Blade Measures 9.25 in. (235mm) The Serrated part of the edge runs 6 in. from handle while the 3 inches near the tip is a smooth edge. Learn More

Masahiro 9.4 in. (240mm) Carbon Steel Butcher/ Fillet Knife. This Single Sided Knife is used for a variety of tasks in the kitchen. This is a great knife for removing large fish heads such as Tuna and Salmon. Cutting collars and cheeks. Also works well for portioning steaks and trimming fat. It comes very sharp out of the box, and is very easy to sharpen being Carbon Steel. Learn More