Gyuto 240mm Ginsan Silver 3 Cherry
Pickup available at Berlin Showroom
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The Gyuto 240mm Ginsan by Shougou Yamatsuka is a masterful blend of precision, tradition, and refined aesthetics. Forged in the workshops of Yamatsuka Hamono, this knife reflects the skill of Yamatsuka-san. The 240mm Gyuto—Japan’s versatile answer to the Western chef’s knife—is designed for fluid, confident slicing, dicing, and chopping. Its well-balanced profile and finely tuned geometry make it a seamless extension of the chef’s hand, capable of everything from detailed prep to heavy-duty cuts.
At the heart of this blade lies Ginsan (Silver 3) steel, a premium stainless alloy that offers the cutting feel of high-carbon steel with the convenience of low maintenance. Known for its superb edge retention and ease of sharpening, Ginsan steel is expertly brought to life here through a soft stainless steel cladding, reducing the risk of corrosion and enhancing durability. The Migaki (polished) finish not only adds a refined, mirror-like sheen but also allows for smoother food release during use. Sharpening is entrusted to the seasoned hands of Tadataka Maruyama and Naohiro Nomura of Fukui Co., Ltd, ensuring a flawless, razor-sharp edge that holds its precision through extensive kitchen tasks.
Completing the piece is a traditional cherry wood handle, subtly grained and warm in the hand, offering both comfort and understated elegance. Lightweight yet solid, the handle provides excellent control for long prep sessions. The understated design and craftsmanship make this Gyuto as beautiful on display as it is functional in use—a knife for those who value precision, elegance, and performance in equal measure.
Product Specification
Blade Type: Gyuto
Overall length: 395mm
Edge Length: 240mm
Spine Heel: 2.43mm
Spine Mid: 2.29mm
Spine Tip (20mm before): 1.33mm
Blade Height: 47.27mm
Weight: 214g
Cutting Edge Steel: Ginsan #3
Stainless: No
HRC: 61
Blade Construction: 3 Layer (San Mai)
Blade Finish: Satin Polish
Grind: Flat
Handle Construction: Hidden Tang
Handle Materials: Cherry Wood
Handedness: Ambidextrous
Saya, Hand Crafted Storage or Display Included: No
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We process orders 5 days a week (Monday - Friday) and ship from our shop in Berlin, Germany. We ship with FedEx, UPS and Deutsche Post.
We are happy to offer free international shipping on a variety of orders depending on location and order value. You can check to see where things sit for you here.
Returns
At Modern Cooking we want our customers to be inspired and delighted by the products they purchase through our shop.
However, we understand that you may need to return products occasionally. If you are not entirely happy, you can return your purchase in its original condition within 14 days for a refund. Please email if you wish to return any goods.
In the unlikely event that you receive faulty goods or your order is damaged in transit, please contact us for instructions on how to return the goods as in this case we will meet the cost of return postage, though only if this is arranged through our authorised carriers. Any claim for refund or exchange resulting from faulty goods or goods damaged in transit must be raised within 5 business days.
All Modern Cooking logistics partners provide insurance in case of damage, but the coverage is only valid if we are notified within 5 business days. Please make sure to inspect your order immediately upon receipt to ensure that there is no damage.
Once we have the goods back, we will issue a full refund or send replacements where possible, as you prefer.
Product Care:
Cleaning: Clean by hand with warm water. Avoid wetting the handle when possible.
Sharpening: We advise using whetstones to sharpen your knives and a honing rod or steel to maintain the burr between sharpening sessions.
Reactive Steels: Reactive steels like Aogami Super, Apex Ultra or one of the many premium reactive German and Swedish steels are susceptible to rust if not properly cared for. In this case we advise that you keep the knife dry between uses and when storing the knife for longer periods wiping the knife blade with Tsubaki oil or another food safe oil is a wise choice. This will not stop a patina forming on the blade, but it will stop rust. A patina can be a beautiful personal feature on your knife and helps to stop rust forming. So, dry your knife regularly between uses, store in a dry place and apply some Tsubaki oil from time to time when storing for long periods.
A reference guide to steel types
Handle Care: If you have a knife with a non-stabilised wooden handle, you can apply Tsubaki oil or another food safe oil to your handle from time to time. Food safe wax can be applied to both stabilised and no-stabilised wooden handles. Never apply hot wax or oil as you risk warping or damaging the handle.
