Shibata Koutetsu Chromax Gyutou 210mm

The Shibata Koutetsu Chromax line is hand-forged in Takefu, Japan. Each knife is crafted from Chromax steel. Chromax is similar to R2 powdered steel, with excellent edge retention but with a slightly tougher feel. This line feature stainless cladding with textured sides to allow for better food release and are hand sharpened by master craftsman Takayuki Shibata.

The fit and finish on these knives is of the same top of the line caliber as the SG2 Koutetsu knives. They are finished with octagonal rosewood handles.

Why we love them: Shibata knives are super lightweight, true lasers that need to used to believe their performance.  Chromax steel is super responsive to sharpening making for easy maintenance.

About this shape

Gyutou are the Japanese equivalent of a typical European chef’s knife. They are the ideal all-purpose kitchen knives and can be used for most tasks. Japanese gyutou are typically lighter and thinner than a European knife, are made out of a harder steel and as a result, hold a better edge. The design features nothing to obstructing the edge of the handle end of the blade, so it can be sharpened and thus used entirely. The word gyutou in Japanese means ‘beef knife’.