Japanese Gyuto Forged AEB-L Stainless Steel

My take on a Japanese style Gyuto comes in the form of a 9" (230mm) slicing blade.  akin to a European style chef knife, but has a few distinct differences. My Gyuto  has a flatter edge than a 8" chef knife, which promotes more of a chopping action over rocking, however the tip is swept up enough to allow for a little bit of comfortable rocking. However, where this blade excels at is with slicing, perfect for both vegetables as well as meat. Furthermore, the blade itself is thin, made from 1.5mm (1/16') stock. This thinness tapers down to a very fine edge, which makes it an excellent fine slicer for detail cuts. 

The blade finish features a tumbled and polished finish, with a "dirty mirror" effect. The blade is highly polished, and from some angles the finish appears matte, while other angles the finish is a mirror. The handle is a full tang construction, with a few different options, such as Manitoba maple with blue epoxy, or an exotic wood with laminated stripes.

On this blade I've forged the flats in order to create better food release, which allows for easier slicing through starchy and stick ingredients, such as potatoes and cucumbers. This geometry also assists with cutting harder ingredients such as carrots and reducing cracking, as there is less chance of wedging through ingredients causing cracking. 

This wood is quite durable and although they are not dishwasher safe, a light coat of mineral oil from time to time is enough to protect them from moisture and humidity changes. This knife is a great companion to the Japanese Paring Knife. 

The AEBL High Carbon Stainless steel is perfect for durability and those that want a high grade and low maintenance blade. Hardened to 62 HRC, it'll hold up well for durable use on any wood or plastic cutting board, and can be easily maintained with a leather strop or honing rod. 

Knife Specifications:

Steel Type: AEBL

Hardness: 62 HRC

OAL: 14.5" (370 mm)

Blade Length: 9" (230 mm)

Spine Thickness: 1.5mm

Weight: 200 Grams

Handle Construction: Full tang, 7 pin assembly with G10 liners and Exotic wood handle.