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(based on 4 ratings)
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Style

Gyutou

Steel Type

Stain-Resistant Steel

Saya Cover

Not Included

Blade

Double-Edged

Handle Material

Composite Wood

*HRc

58-59

* Hardness Rockwell C scale
  • This Western-style knife can be changed to left-handed by Korin's resident knife master.
  • The fee for this conversion is $25.00 and will be added to the cost of your purchase.
Review Snapshot®
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
5 stars
(based on 4 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Comfortable grip(4), Easy to clean(4), Stays sharp(4), Well balanced(4), Well built / quality(4)
Best Uses:
Chopping(4), Precise cuts(4), Prep work(4), Prolonged use(3), Slicing(3)

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Outstanding knife!
By MattVerified Reviewer from Cherry Hill, NJ on 7/13/2010
Pros:
Comfortable Grip, Easy To Clean, Quality Construction, Stays Sharp, Well Balanced
Best Uses:
Carving, Chopping, Precise Cuts, Prep Work, Prolonged Use, Slicing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Cook
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about 0 Masamoto VG-10 Gyutou:

I too could not wait to by this knife after I read the glowing review from Cooks Illustrated. I actually had my doubts when I first saw the knife and picked it up (I was more used to the good looks and heft of my Kershaw Shun Santoku) I was quickly reminded not to hastily judge. I find myself trying to make more dishes now where I will have to chop more because it is such a pleasure. It is so well balanced and maneuvers so easily through whatever you are cutting (even butter nut squash).

 
Wow!
By MykVerified Reviewer from Columbia, SC on 5/29/2010
Pros:
Comfortable Grip, Easy To Clean, Quality Construction, Stays Sharp, Well Balanced
Best Uses:
Carving, Chopping, Precise Cuts, Prep Work, Prolonged Use, Slicing
Describe Yourself:
Gourmet Chef
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about 0 Masamoto VG-10 Gyutou:

I've had this knife for about two months now and it still holds its factory edge!! It makes precise knife cuts fun! It is an absolute pleasure to use.My last chef has the virgin steel model, and recommended that i get one, THE BEST [$] I have ever spent!!Every serious chef should have one!

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
My new favorite all-use knife!
By MikeVerified Reviewer from Dripping Springs, TX on 12/18/2009
Pros:
Comfortable Grip, Easy To Clean, Quality Construction, Stays Sharp, Well Balanced
Best Uses:
Chopping, Precise Cuts, Prep Work
Describe Yourself:
Avid Cook
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about 0 Masamoto VG-10 Gyutou:

I ordered this knife based on the recommendation of Cook's Illustrated, and it has become the first knife I reach for now for just about every kitchen use. It's lighter and better balanced than the other 8" chef's knives I have, holds an edge exceptionally well, and if I had to pick only ONE knife to keep, this would be it.

[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

 
Big Fan of Masamoto
By Scott from New Mexico on 6/17/2009
Pros:
Comfortable Grip, Easy To Clean, Quality Construction, Stays Sharp, Well Balanced
Best Uses:
Chopping, Precise Cuts, Prep Work, Prolonged Use, Slicing
Describe Yourself:
Gourmet Chef
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about 0 Masamoto VG-10 Gyutou:

I have been a big fan of masamoto for years now. Ive used mainly carbon steel knives from there line. I wanted to try there VG-10 steel to see how it would match up. All I can say is this knife has been awsome. Although not as easy to sharpen as there carbon steel knives. But once you get an edge on it it last for days.

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