Gyuto 210mm Blue #2 Stainless Clad Tsuchime Rosewood

Handmade in Echizen, Japan by Katsushige Anryu, this 210mm Gyuto is a refined expression of traditional forging paired with highly considered, modern performance. The Gyuto—Japan’s interpretation of the European chef’s knife—is a true all-rounder, and in this slightly shorter format it offers outstanding control, agility, and efficiency across a wide range of kitchen tasks. It excels at precise prep work, clean protein slicing, and confident handling of vegetables, delivering excellent board presence while remaining nimble and well balanced in hand.

The blade is forged from Aogami #2 (Blue #2) carbon steel and hardened to 63 HRC, delivering exceptional sharpness, edge stability, and a crisp, controlled cutting feel. Often compared to Western steels such as 52100, Blue #2 shares a similar balance of toughness and fine edge capability, but is especially prized for its clean sharpening behaviour and highly responsive feedback on the board. Constructed in a three-layer San Mai format, the hard core steel is supported by softer outer layers for strength and stability, while the exposed carbon edge develops a natural patina with use.

A defining feature of this knife is its forged distal taper. Measuring a substantial 5.18 mm at the heel, the spine feels reassuring and ergonomic in a pinch grip, providing authority and balance at the start of the cut. From there, it tapers decisively to 2 mm at mid-blade and approximately 1.15 mm near the tip, transitioning smoothly from power to finesse. The result is a blade that moves confidently through dense ingredients while remaining light, agile, and precise toward the tip.

The flat grind and gently radiused edge profile support controlled push- and pull-cutting, while Anryu-san’s signature tsuchime finish enhances food release and adds subtle visual texture. Finished with a traditional oval wa handle in rosewood with a black pakka ferrule, the knife is fully ambidextrous and comfortable for extended use.

This Anryu Aogami #2 Tsuchime Gyuto is built for daily professional use and long-term appreciation—an authentic example of Echizen craftsmanship defined by balance, feel, and performance.