GoldVein #2 Gyuto 260mm Small Batch Apex Ultra & 24 Carat Gold By Benjamin Kamon
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This remarkable Gyuto is a masterful creation by Tobias Hangler, David Wolk of the GoldVein team, and Benjamin Kamon, representing an exceptional blend of craftsmanship and advanced materials. With an overall length of 390mm and an edge length of 260mm, this knife is designed for precision and performance in the kitchen. The blade's spine measures 5.74mm at the heel, 3.43mm at the midsection, and a mere 0.86mm just before the tip, ensuring a perfect balance between strength and flexibility. At 58mm in height and weighing 312 grams, this Gyuto offers an optimal balance, making it both formidable and agile in the hands of any chef.
Forged from GoldVein's proprietary small-batch high-carbon steel, which is based on the Apex Ultra composition, the cutting edge of this Gyuto promises exceptional sharpness and durability with an impressive hardness of HRC 66. The blade construction features a sophisticated 5-layer (Go Mai) design, combining the robust core steel with a 24-carat gold diffusion barrier and a tough mild steel jacket. A brute de forge finish emphasises the hand-crafted nature of the product while the dark forced patina, and a satin polish finish provide a beautiful contrast for the striking pure gold diffusion barrier. The challenges are forging gold and high carbon steel are significant and the GoldVein team had to develop a cutting-edge process to achieve this, but it’s not just for show. The gold layer acts as a layer of insulation protecting the precious core from carbon diffusion during the forging process. This carbon loss would result in reducing the hardness and toughness of the steel.
The handle of this Gyuto is a testament to luxurious craftsmanship, featuring a custom take-down construction that allows for the handle to be removed for added hygiene and ease of maintenance. Crafted from stabilized Austrian bog oak, it offers a rich, timeless look complemented by the modern touches of gold-plated stainless steel and blackened zirconium. The ambidextrous design ensures comfort for both left- and right-handed users. Additionally, the knife comes with a hand-crafted storage box in matching bog oak and a display case, ensuring that this extraordinary piece of culinary art remains protected and showcased beautifully. This Gyuto is not just a tool, but a symbol of excellence and a celebration of fine craftsmanship. Produced by a team of the finest metallurgists, jewellers and blacksmiths. To own a GoldVein is to own a truly unique piece of culinary history and to be part of an exclusive membership with a passion for excellence.
Product Specification
Blade Type: Gyuto
Overall length: 390mm
Edge Length: 260mm
Spine Heel: 5.74mm
Spine Mid: 3.43mm
Spine Tip (20mm before): 0.86mm
Blade Height: 58mm
Weight: 312g
Cutting Edge Steel: GoldVein small batch high-carbon steel, made in-house, based on Apex Ultra composition
Stainless: No
HRC: 66
Blade Construction: 5 Layer (Go Mai)
Blade Finish: Brute de Forge, Acid Etched (Forced Patina), and Satin Polish
Grind: Convex
Handle Construction: Hidden Tang, Take Down
Handle Materials: Stabilised Austrian Bog Oak, Gold Plated Stainless Steel, Blackened Zirconium
Handedness: Ambidextrous
Saya, Hand Crafted Storage or Display Included: Yes
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
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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.
