Hephaestus series Gyuto 230mm "Western Gyuto" O1

A "Western Gyuto" 230mm with forged integral bolster from the "Hephaestus series" by French bladesmith Antoine Kniamen aka Adonis Forged Arts. The profile is designed to embody the best features of the Japanese Gyuto and the European Chefs knife, hense the name "Western Gyuto". So, the flat section is slightly less, but still ample, than what you find on a tradition Gyuto and the curve of the blade is more subtle and flowing also. Its a unique and beautiful profile that will be fantastic in a variety of situations.

At approximatly 260g its pretty heavy for a blade of its size, but when held in a pinch it feels beautifully balanced, nimble and much lighter than it actually is. The integral bolster has a very comfortable feel to it and heafty 4.6mm spine is very satisfying to holdbetween the fingers.

Ive mentioned the weight and the heafty spine, but let me assure you this blade has curves in all the right places. The geometry is high performance all round. The knife tapers along both axises at the spine and throught the body of the blade. The result is a laser like tip and blade edge that feels super sharp and cuts like a dream.

Antoine's blades always feature a very unique and classy, yet modern style and this knife is no exception. The blade features a stunning nickel foil "Lightning Bolt" that strikes throught the polished, coffee black finish. As mention the blade features a forged integral bolster, which extends back to an octagonal buckeye burl handle. A custom Adonis name plate completes the package in stunning form. A truly lovely piece from one of our most popular artisan blacksmiths.