Satake Sword Smith Chef's Knife - 18 cm

 Versatile Japanese Chef's Knife

The Satake Sword Smith chef's knife is an extremely versatile 18 cm Japanese kitchen knife that is a true master of the kitchen. Ideal for precise cutting of vegetables, fruits, meats, and fish. Thanks to its pointed design, it is also perfect for various filleting tasks, such as deboning chicken breasts, separating pork and beef from the bone, and filleting smaller fish (though using a specialized filleting knife makes the work even easier). The optimal blade length ensures easy control and handling of larger cutting surfaces. This high-quality chef’s knife, also known as a gyuto, is an indispensable tool for both hobbyist and professional chefs, the true heart of any kitchen.

The gyuto (牛刀) knife appeared during the Meiji period (1868-1912), when Japan opened up to Western culture. During this time, beef consumption also became widespread, creating the demand for a specialized knife for processing this type of meat. The gyuto was made in the style of a Western chef's knife but with distinct Japanese knife features, such as a thinner blade and a sharper tip.

The word "gyuto" means "beef knife" and was originally intended for this purpose. However, it quickly became apparent that the gyuto is an extremely versatile tool that also excels in other kitchen tasks. Today, the gyuto is one of the most popular Japanese kitchen knives worldwide. The Satake Sword Smith chef’s knife is the perfect harmony between traditional Japanese craftsmanship and modern kitchen demands.

Key Features:

• Satake Sword Smith chef's knife

• 18 cm blade length

• Versatile use: cutting vegetables, fruits, meat, fish

• Suitable for filleting and deboning

• Optimal blade length for easy control

• An indispensable tool for every chef

• Blade: AUS-8A stainless steel

• Handle: polypropylene

• Hardness: 56-58 HRC

• Total length: 30.3 cm

• Blade length: 18 cm

• Blade width: 3.8 cm

• Blade thickness: 1.7 mm

• Sharpening method: double-sided symmetrical grind

• Weight: approx. 103 g