{"product_id":"tojiro-atelier-tomoo-matsumura-vg10-migaki-damascus-gyuto-210mm-ebony-turquoise","title":"Tojiro Atelier VG10 Migaki Damascus Gyuto 210mm - Custom Octagonal Ebony Handle (Turquoise Spacer)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted inside Tojiro’s elite custom studio in Niigata Prefecture,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"75\"\u003eTojiro Atelier 210mm Gyuto\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is hand-forged by master craftsman \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"137\"\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 versatile chef's knife unites practical,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e corrosion-free stainless metallurgy with luminous Sanjo Damascus artistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged around a high-purity Takefu VG10 stainless core clad in multi-layered Damascus,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the blade features a mirror-like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"120\"\u003eMigaki\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (polished) finish that reveals rippling Damascus layers across the entire blade face.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Matsumura-san shapes this gyuto with an agile 2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9mm spine at the heel that tapers continuously to a fine,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e nimble tip,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e providing smooth cutting glide through produce and proteins without wedging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e With a 45mm heel height for ample knuckle clearance and weighing 170 grams,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it balances laser-like precision with the reassuring in-hand heft of dense hardwood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished with Matsumura-san's hand-engraved kanji chiseled directly into the steel,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this knife is fitted with an upgraded custom octagonal wa-handle of dense natural ebony wood accented with a vibrant turquoise spacer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHand-Forged by Master Craftsman Tomoo Matsumura:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Personally free-forged in small batches using traditional hammer techniques,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ensuring precise heat treatment and hand-tuned blade geometry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" 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 response,\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=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" 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=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLaser-Leaning Distal Taper (2.9mm Spine):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Measured at 2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9mm at the heel,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the blade tapers continuously to a needle-thin tip,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e delivering effortless cutting glide without wedging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" 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 into the steel by Matsumura-san.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCustom Ebony \u0026amp; Turquoise Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Faceted octagonal wa-handle crafted from pitch-black natural ebony wood,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e accented with a vibrant turquoise spacer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\" class=\"\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"11\"\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=\"11,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBrand \/ Workshop\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,1,0\"\u003eTojiro Atelier (藤次郎 アトリエ)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaster Blacksmith\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\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=\"11,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,0\"\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=\"11,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Shape\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\"\u003eGyuto (Japanese Chef Knife)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,1,0\"\u003e210mm (8.25\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,6,1,0\"\u003e~360mm (14.2\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0\"\u003e45mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpine Thickness at Heel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,8,1,0\"\u003e2.9mm (Distal taper to a fine tip)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,9,0,0\" 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=\"11,9,1,0\"\u003eTakefu VG10 High-Carbon Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSteel Hardness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,10,1,0\"\u003e60 – 61 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCladding (Jigane)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,11,1,0\"\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=\"11,12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Markings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,12,1,0\"\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=\"11,13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrind \/ Edge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,13,1,0\"\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=\"11,14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,14,1,0\"\u003eCustom Octagonal (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11,14,1,0\" 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=\"11,15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,15,1,0\"\u003eNatural Black Ebony Wood with Turquoise Spacer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTotal Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,16,1,0\"\u003e170g (6.0 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCraftsmanship Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,17,1,0\"\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=\"13\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWashing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand wash immediately after use 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=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" 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=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Care:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ebony is a dense,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e premium hardwood; keep away from extreme humidity fluctuations or direct heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Treat periodically with food-safe mineral oil or board butter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" 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=\"14,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,4,0\" 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=\"14,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,5,0\" 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":67967125324006,"sku":null,"price":419.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/9608\/6502\/files\/080A0866.jpg?v=1793904059","url":"https:\/\/gyuto.com\/products\/tojiro-atelier-tomoo-matsumura-vg10-migaki-damascus-gyuto-210mm-ebony-turquoise","provider":"Gyuto.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}