{"product_id":"ishizuchi-gyuto-240mm-blue-2-kurouchi","title":"Ishizuchi Gyuto 240mm Blue #2 Kurouchi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Ishizuchi Gyuto 240mm is handcrafted in Tosa, Japan using generations of traditional free-forging techniques. Its Blue Steel #2 core provides outstanding edge retention, exceptional sharpness and excellent feedback on the whetstone, while the soft iron cladding adds durability and toughness. The longer 240mm blade offers increased slicing efficiency and is favoured by professional chefs for larger ingredients and extended prep sessions. Finished with a rustic Kurouchi surface and a round walnut handle, this knife combines authentic Japanese craftsmanship with everyday performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1171\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003eExcellent edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eEasy to sharpen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eLong 240mm professional blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003eWalnut octagonal handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003eDouble bevel edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVersatile chef's knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIshizuchi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTosa, Kochi, Japan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGyuto\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e240 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHitachi Blue Steel #2 (Aogami #2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCladding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft Iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e62 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble Bevel (50\/50)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound Walnut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Orientation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbidextrous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaya Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"3591\" data-start=\"3572\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"3591\" data-start=\"3572\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3823\" data-start=\"3593\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3610\" data-start=\"3593\"\u003eHand wash only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3639\" data-start=\"3611\"\u003eDry immediately after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3670\" data-start=\"3640\"\u003eNever place in a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3749\" data-start=\"3671\"\u003eApply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil if storing for extended periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3785\" data-start=\"3750\"\u003eSharpen using quality whetstones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3823\" data-start=\"3786\"\u003eAvoid cutting frozen food or bones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3950\" data-start=\"3825\"\u003eAs Blue Steel #2 is a high-carbon steel, a natural patina will develop over time. 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