Tanaka Blue 2 Gyuto 240mm Kurouchi Black ChacateThe Tanaka Blue 2 Gyuto 240mm Kurouchi Black Chacate is a double bevel chef's knife by Shigeki Tanaka, featuring Aogami #2 carbon steel and an octagonal handle, best fitting professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking traditional cutting performance. This 240mm gyuto profile serves general purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing, and chopping vegetables or meat. The blade features a kurouchi surface finish and san mai construction with soft

it is relatively hard to sharpen due to its hardness rating

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it resists corrosion and simplifies maintenance during service

Weighing 136g with a 47mm heel height and 2

Optional handles available

This san-mai stainless damascus clad construction displays a rainbow pattern with a migaki surface finish

7 mm Width of Spine at about 1 cm from tip 1

Weighing 139g with a total length of 381mm

7mm above the heel

the slim blade profile reduces surface contact and friction during long drawing cuts

The SG2 core achieves 62-64 HRC through precise heat treatment

This Aogami Super steel contains tungsten and vanadium for edge retention and toughness