{"product_id":"gyuto-245mm-performance-line-apex-ultra-ash-burl-g10","title":"Gyuto 245mm Performance Line Apex Ultra, Ash Burl \u0026 G10","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis one-of-a-kind Gyuto represents the refined craftsmanship of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDutch bladesmith Jeroen Knippenberg\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, whose handmade work is widely admired for precision, performance, and a distinctly contemporary design aesthetic. The profile takes a modern approach to the Japanese Gyuto, featuring an aggressively tapered spine and a hybrid Santoku-inspired point that enhances balance, stability, and versatility. This combination creates a confident stance on the board while maintaining a nimble, responsive cutting feel. Paired with a satin-polished mono-steel construction in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eApex Ultra\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the knife makes its purpose immediately clear: uncompromising performance through thoughtful engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe blade features a full convex grind that occupies the perfect middle ground—not a laser, not a workhorse, but an intentional balance of both. Its geometry delivers excellent food release and cutting efficiency across a broad range of ingredients, from dense root vegetables to delicate herbs. The strong distal taper, running from a 4.5 mm heel to under 1 mm at the tip, allows the blade to move through material with ease while retaining stability and feedback. Together, the grind, weight (275 g), and distribution create a knife that feels robust and grounded yet surprisingly deft in motion, adapting naturally to a variety of cutting styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe handle is equally considered, built around a faceted design that merges elements of the classic coke-bottle contour with the clean indexing of the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRokkaku Hanmaru\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e form. Crafted from stabilized ash and G10, it offers ergonomic comfort, durability, and confident control. A forged-in integral bolster creates a smooth, sculptural transition between handle and blade, reinforcing both aesthetics and grip. As part of a performance-driven design series developed in consultation with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eModern Cooking\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, every element—from material choices to geometric refinement—was engineered with capability and efficiency in mind. The result is a handmade tool that feels powerful, precise, and ready to become the centrepiece of any serious cook’s collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jeroen Knippenberg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56397854507273,"sku":"MC-89-651","price":23546.14,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Gyuto245mmApexUltraPerformanceLineAshBurlBlack-OliveG10Integral0004.jpg?v=1762757498","url":"https:\/\/moderncooking.com\/de\/products\/gyuto-245mm-performance-line-apex-ultra-ash-burl-g10","provider":"moderncooking.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}