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Kiritsuke
Kiritsuke knives are known as “masters knives” meaning that once you’ve attained a certain skill level all tasks can be completed with this knife shape. The blade of a Kiritsuke carries the same width from its heel to its dropped tip maintaining a slight camber throughout which is especially useful when breaking down whole fish.
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Kikuichi White Carbon 8.25 in. (210mm) Gyuto Kiritsuke
Hand forged in Sakai, Japan, the Kikuichi White Steel 210mm Gyuto Kiritsuke combines traditional craftsmanship with exceptional cutting performance. Crafted by the renowned Kokajikai knife makers, this distinctive blade features a striking kiritsuke-style tip that offers enhanced precision for detailed slicing and push-cutting tasks while maintaining the versatility of a gyuto chef's knife. The three-layer carbon steel construction showcases a White #2 Carbon Steel core, prized by professional chefs and knife enthusiasts for its incredible sharpness, ease of sharpening, and outstanding edge retention. Forged and finished entirely by hand, each knife exhibits exceptional blade geometry that glides effortlessly through vegetables, proteins, and herbs. Complementing the blade is a traditional Japanese magnolia wood wa-handle fitted with a genuine water buffalo horn ferrule, providing a lightweight, well-balanced feel and comfortable control during extended prep sessions. Each knife is hand engraved with the iconic Kikuichi chrysanthemum logo and includes a fitted wooden saya for safe storage and transport. Blade Length: 210mm (8.25 in.)
Core Steel: White #2 Carbon Steel
Outer Layers: SK Carbon Steel
Construction: 3-Layer Hand Forged
Hardness: HRC 61-62
Bevel: Double Bevel (50:50)
Handle: Japanese Magnolia Wood Wa Handle with Water Buffalo Horn Ferrule
Includes: Wooden Saya Learn More$479.95
