Gyuto chef knife, 21 cm (8.3") blade. The Gyuto (牛刀) is the Japanese equivalent of the chef knife, nimble and well-balanced for a comfortable grip, able to cut anything except bones and frozen food. Japanese precision, Western robustness. The best of both worlds. Specifications: * Made in Tsubame, Japan * Razor-sharp 1K6 stainless steel * Rust-resistant * Hammered blade * Full tang * Black pakkawood handle * HRC hardness: 59 +/-1 * Weight: 198 g (7 oz) * Perfectly balanced for comfort * Individual gift box * Lifetime warranty Product description : With a relatively flatter blade profile compared to a German knife, the Gyuto's slightly curved belly still allows a rocking motion for effortless chopping and mincing while the lowered tip makes precision work easier.