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牛刀 Gyūtō
Damascus gyuto knife 21 cm
A Japanese gyuto with a Damascus blade for slicing meat, fish and vegetables in one continuous motion.
169,00€
Sélectionné au Japon par Léonard
Plus que 1 en stock, expédié depuis la France
Livraison offerte en France
Expédié sous 1 à 2 jours ouvrés
Retours sous 30 jours
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Product description
The gesture
Slicing an onion thinly, carving a roast, cutting a fillet of fish: the gyuto (literally "beef knife") is the Japanese version of the chef's knife, the one you keep within reach when you only want one. Its 21 cm blade, long and pointed, follows a continuous motion from back to front, tip touching the board, that slices instead of crushing.
Why it's different
What you notice first is the blade and its wavy Damascus pattern. The manufacturer's leaflet attributes it to 33 layers of steel and compares it to the pattern of Japanese swords. It is a composite blade: the center, in a special stainless steel, carries the edge, and layers of stainless steel wrap around it. The handle combines reinforced laminated wood and stainless steel parts, in an inverted triangle shape designed, according to the leaflet, to sit well in the hand.
Origin
Made in Japan by Kai, based in Seki (Gifu Prefecture), a Japanese cutlery town. The leaflet links the Seki Magoroku brand to the sword smiths of the region. This is a series-produced knife from a manufacturer, not a hand-forged artisan piece.
Why I chose it
I chose it for what it adds beyond use: the pleasure of owning a beautiful tool, a blade you want to take out, wipe and put away with care.
It is for those who love the object as much as the gesture. At Dogou, I prefer few references, well explained, over ten almost identical knives.
You will love it if
- you want one good Japanese chef's knife for everyday cooking
- you like to see the work in a blade and feel a wooden handle
- you like taking care of your tools (hand washing, sharpening)
It is probably not for you if
- you want a knife that can go in the dishwasher
- you are looking for a hand-forged artisan piece
- you prefer an all-metal handle
In practice
Blade 21 cm, total length 34 cm. Handle in reinforced laminated wood and stainless steel. Hand wash and dry right away. Delivered in its original box, with its leaflet in Japanese. Shipped within 1 to 2 working days from Paris, returns accepted within 30 days.
A tool made to last
Stainless steel is more forgiving of moisture than carbon steel, but what extends a knife's life stays the same: drying it after each wash, cutting on wood or a soft material, and sharpening it regularly on a stone.
Craft and know-how
The gesture
Slicing an onion thinly, carving a roast, cutting a fillet of fish: the gyuto (literally "beef knife") is the Japanese version of the chef's knife, the one you keep within reach when you only want one. Its 21 cm blade, long and pointed, follows a continuous motion from back to front, tip touching the board, that slices instead of crushing.
Why it's different
What you notice first is the blade and its wavy Damascus pattern. The manufacturer's leaflet attributes it to 33 layers of steel and compares it to the pattern of Japanese swords. It is a composite blade: the center, in a special stainless steel, carries the edge, and layers of stainless steel wrap around it. The handle combines reinforced laminated wood and stainless steel parts, in an inverted triangle shape designed, according to the leaflet, to sit well in the hand.
Origin
Made in Japan by Kai, based in Seki (Gifu Prefecture), a Japanese cutlery town. The leaflet links the Seki Magoroku brand to the sword smiths of the region. This is a series-produced knife from a manufacturer, not a hand-forged artisan piece.
About this object
Léonard's pick
Why I chose it
I chose it for what it adds beyond use: the pleasure of owning a beautiful tool, a blade you want to take out, wipe and put away with care.
It is for those who love the object as much as the gesture. At Dogou, I prefer few references, well explained, over ten almost identical knives.
Is it right for you?
You will love it if
- you want one good Japanese chef's knife for everyday cooking
- you like to see the work in a blade and feel a wooden handle
- you like taking care of your tools (hand washing, sharpening)
It is probably not for you if
- you want a knife that can go in the dishwasher
- you are looking for a hand-forged artisan piece
- you prefer an all-metal handle
Features and care
In practice
Blade 21 cm, total length 34 cm. Handle in reinforced laminated wood and stainless steel. Hand wash and dry right away. Delivered in its original box, with its leaflet in Japanese. Shipped within 1 to 2 working days from Paris, returns accepted within 30 days.
A tool made to last
Stainless steel is more forgiving of moisture than carbon steel, but what extends a knife's life stays the same: drying it after each wash, cutting on wood or a soft material, and sharpening it regularly on a stone.
Delivery and returns
Fast delivery
All our products are carefully stored in Paris and shipped within 1 to 2 business days.
Your order usually arrives within 48 hours in metropolitan France (Colissimo). Free shipping from €50.
No customs fees, no long wait: you enjoy Japanese quality with the speed of a local delivery.
30-day returns
You have 30 days from receipt to return an item. This period includes the 14-day legal withdrawal period.
For returns after 14 days, the item must be unused, unwashed, and in its original packaging. Return shipping costs are your responsibility, unless there is a defect or an error on our part.
Returns are to be arranged by email at leonard@dogou.fr.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a gyuto and a santoku?
The gyuto is a chef's knife: its blade is longer and more pointed (here 21 cm), designed to slice in one continuous motion. The santoku is shorter, with a flatter blade, mostly used with a downward chop.
Can it go in the dishwasher?
We advise against it: it is better to wash it by hand and dry it right away to protect the wooden handle and the edge.
Does the knife come with its box?
Yes, it comes in its original box, with its leaflet written in Japanese.
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