{"product_id":"gyuto-250mm-takedown-by-benjamin-kamon-oliver-martens-gen2","title":"Gyuto 250mm Takedown By Benjamin Kamon \u0026 Oliver Märtens Gen2","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis limited-edition Gyuto represents a rare union of precision, material understanding, and collaborative intent. Hand-forged by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenjamin Kamon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the blade captures his instantly recognisable design language — a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eclassic Gyuto profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003edefined by a gently tapered edge, a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eshort-neck heel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and a 56 mm blade height that flows into a fine, versatile tip. The \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elow, consistent grind\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewalked-out geometry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e result in a cutting feel that is both fluid and assertive, moving through ingredients with minimal resistance and excellent food release. Forged in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1.2519 tungsten-alloy carbon steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the blade features Kamon’s \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eiconic kurouchi (KU) finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewave texture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e — visual and tactile hallmarks of his craft, expressing both the natural strength of the material and the disciplined refinement of the maker’s hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eComplementing the blade, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOliver Märtens\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e has crafted a handle that reflects Bauhaus precision and functional clarity. A five-piece construction of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAustralian ringed gidgee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGriptec\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ealuminium\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, it merges tactile practicality with sculptural elegance. The \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGriptec\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, a composite of resin, rubber, and fibreglass, along with the gidgee, were \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esourced by the MCx Design Studio\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e specifically for this project, chosen for durability, balance, and texture. Each handle is bead-blasted to enhance the grain and create a subtle, non-slip surface. Märtens’ unique \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efaceted geometry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, with its winged swell and tapered transitions, ensures comfort and control, while his ingenious \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etakedown internal mechanism\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e allows simple disassembly for maintenance — a deceptively simple innovation born from rigorous engineering and aesthetic restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis collaboration stands as a testament to what can be achieved when visionary craftspeople are supported by the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMCx Design Studio’s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e approach to material sourcing, concept development, and interdisciplinary design. Rather than overshadowing the artisans, MCx provides the framework through which their talents converge. The result is a knife that embodies \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eperformance-first design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eergonomic precision\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emodern industrial aesthetic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e — a culinary tool that transcends its function to reflect shared values of craftsmanship, innovation, and timeless design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MCx","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56310898917641,"sku":"MC-101-710","price":40499.86,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/7273\/5626\/files\/Gyuto_250mm_Gudgee_Griptec_MCx_Kamon_Oel0049.jpg?v=1761878656","url":"https:\/\/moderncooking.com\/products\/gyuto-250mm-takedown-by-benjamin-kamon-oliver-martens-gen2","provider":"moderncooking.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}