{"product_id":"artisan-second-tojiro-atelier-tomoo-matsumura-vg10-migaki-damascus-kiritsuke-gyuto-240mm-tiger-horn","title":"[Artisan Second] Tojiro Atelier VG10 Migaki Damascus Kiritsuke Gyuto 240mm - Custom Octagonal Rosewood Handle (Tiger Horn Ferrule)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\" class=\"\"\u003eCondition Notice: Artisan Second (Horn Ferrule Fissure)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"9\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Discounted as an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"30\"\u003eArtisan Second\u003c\/b\u003e due strictly to a natural hairline split along the marbled tiger buffalo horn ferrule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFerrule Assessment:\u003c\/b\u003e Natural horn can develop grain fissures from seasonal humidity shifts. Easily sealed with clear CA glue (super glue), left as-is, or rehandled later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e100% Blade Integrity:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-forged by Tomoo Matsumura; the VG10 core (60–61 HRC), Migaki Damascus cladding, hand-chiseled kanji, and cutting edge are pristine and unaffected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTerms:\u003c\/b\u003e All sales on Artisan Seconds are final.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\" class=\"\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted in Niigata Prefecture,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003eTojiro Atelier 240mm Kiritsuke Gyuto\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is hand-forged by master craftsman \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"111\"\u003eTomoo Matsumura\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leading Tojiro’s private atelier,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Matsumura-san focuses exclusively on small-batch anvil-and-hammer bladesmithing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This flagship blade unites corrosion-free stainless metallurgy with the aggressive profile of a traditional K-tip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged with a Takefu VG10 stainless core clad in multi-layered stainless Damascus,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the blade showcases a luminous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"114\"\u003eMigaki\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (polished) finish revealing flowing Damascus grain lines across the entire blade face.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Matsumura-san shapes this Kiritsuke with an agile 3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0mm spine at the heel that tapers into an acute reverse-tanto (K-tip) apex.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The flatter edge excels at push-cuts,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while the lowered needle tip delivers precision for scoring and detail trimming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e At 199 grams with a tall 51mm heel,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it provides commanding board presence and effortless knuckle clearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished with Matsumura-san's hand-engraved kanji,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this knife features a custom octagonal wa-handle of natural rosewood crowned by a marbled tiger buffalo horn ferrule.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Discounted strictly for its ferrule fissure,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this piece offers exceptional value on an authentic Tomoo Matsumura masterwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHand-Forged by Master Tomoo Matsumura:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Free-forged using traditional anvil techniques,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ensuring precise heat treatment and hand-tuned geometry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTakefu VG10 Stainless Core (60–61 HRC):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cobalt-enriched stainless alloy delivering keen edge retention,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e crisp waterstone sharpening,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and 100% rust resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePolished Migaki Damascus Cladding:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Smooth,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e polished stainless Damascus reveals organic ripple patterns with reduced friction through cuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSurgical Kiritsuke (K-Tip) Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Angled reverse-tanto tip drops the apex low for acute control during scoring and detailed prep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e240mm Workhorse Profile \u0026amp; 51mm Heel:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A 3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0mm heel spine tapers continuously to a fine tip,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e paired with an expansive heel for knuckle clearance at 199 grams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHand-Engraved Atelier Kanji:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Each blade face is signed with authentic maker markings hand-chiseled by Matsumura-san.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e100% Blade Integrity (Artisan Second):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Pristine hand-forged blade paired with a discounted custom rosewood handle featuring a cosmetic horn fissure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"19\" class=\"\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtisan Second \/ B-Stock\u003c\/b\u003e (Ferrule fissure; blade integrity 100%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWorkshop \/ Smith\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,2,1,0\"\u003eTojiro Atelier \/ \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eTomoo Matsumura (松村 友生)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,3,1,0\"\u003eSanjo \/ Tsubame, Niigata Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Shape\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,4,1,0\"\u003eKiritsuke Gyuto (K-Tip Japanese Chef Knife)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,5,1,0\"\u003e240mm (9.4\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,6,1,0\"\u003e~390mm (15.3\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Height \/ Spine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,7,1,0\"\u003e51mm \/ 3.0mm at heel (Distal taper to acute K-tip)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCore Steel (Hagane)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,8,1,0\"\u003eTakefu VG10 High-Carbon Stainless Steel (60–61 HRC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCladding (Jigane)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,9,1,0\"\u003eMulti-Layer Stainless Damascus (Polished Migaki Finish)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Markings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,10,1,0\"\u003eHand-Engraved \/ Hand-Chiseled Atelier Kanji\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrind \/ Edge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,11,1,0\"\u003e50\/50 Double Bevel (Ambidextrous)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,12,1,0\"\u003eCustom Octagonal (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"20,12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eWa\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,13,1,0\"\u003eNatural Rosewood with Marbled Tiger Buffalo Horn Ferrule \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"20,13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003e(fissure present)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTotal Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,14,1,0\"\u003e199g (7.02 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCraftsmanship Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"20,15,1,0\"\u003eHand-forged by Tomoo Matsumura, custom Atelier finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"22\" class=\"\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWashing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand wash immediately with warm water and mild soap; dry thoroughly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Never clean in a dishwasher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStainless Convenience:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fully stainless core and cladding provide complete rust protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Do not leave soaking in water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFerrule Care:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Keep water away from the split ferrule.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Seal with clear CA glue if desired; oil rosewood periodically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCutting Surfaces:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prep on soft wood or high-grade rubber boards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avoid bamboo,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e glass,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and granite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maintain on waterstones (1000–6000 grit).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Do not use steel honing rods or motorized sharpeners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntended Use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For boneless proteins and produce only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Never chop bones or frozen foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tojiro Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67967077449958,"sku":null,"price":369.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/9608\/6502\/files\/080A0855.jpg?v=1793903280","url":"https:\/\/gyuto.com\/products\/artisan-second-tojiro-atelier-tomoo-matsumura-vg10-migaki-damascus-kiritsuke-gyuto-240mm-tiger-horn","provider":"Gyuto.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}