210mm Tsunehisa AUS10 Damascus Gyuto Yo Handle
210mm Tsunehisa AUS10 Damascus Gyuto Yo Handle
The Tsunehisa line of knives are hand-made in Tosa, Japan, by a small team of skilled craftsmen at the Hokiyama factory, founded in 1919.
Location: Kochi, Japan
Line: Tsunehisa
Construction: San mai
Edge Steel: AUS10 (60 HRC)
Cladding: 45-Layer Stainless Damascus
Finish: Polished
Edge Grind: 50/50 (Double Bevel)
Handle: Triple-rivet full tang, contoured pakka wood scales
Weight: ~160g
Blade Length: 210mm
Overall Length: ~336mm
Thickness at Heel: ~1.65mm
Blade Height: ~45mm
The best sharpening tools for Japanese knives are leather strops and fine whetstones.
Japanese chef knives are brittle and are designed for cutting soft tissue foods. High Carbon steel chef knives can rust if not kept dry.
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***A Note On 2025 Tarriffs for U.S. and International Customers***
Beginning April 5, 2025, Japanese imports entering the U.S. will be subject to a 10% tariff, increasing prices for domestic customers of District Cutlery.
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The 210mm Tsunehisa AUS10 Damascus Gyuto with a Yo handle is everything I look for in a high-quality Japanese chef’s knife. Out of the box, it was razor-sharp, with a fine edge that glides effortlessly through vegetables, proteins, and herbs. The AUS10 steel offers excellent edge retention while still being easy to maintain, making it ideal for both professional use and serious home cooks.
The fit and finish are outstanding — the Damascus pattern is visually stunning without being overdone, and the Western-style handle is extremely comfortable for long prep sessions. The blade geometry strikes the perfect balance between thinness for precision cuts and enough heft for versatility in the kitchen.
This knife has quickly become my go-to for everyday cooking. Highly recommended for anyone looking to step up to a reliable, beautifully made Japanese Gyuto.
This guy gets it! Thanks Justyn!
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