Masamoto Tsukiji from Tokyo has been in the knife business since 1845, and is a 'go-to' dealer for many chefs and private individuals, in the vicinity of the Tsukiji market.
This knife is made in V1, a carbon steel type from Takefu Knife Village that most of all resembles white steel (shirogami).
A saya is included with the knife
| Brand/series |
Masamoto Tsukiji |
|
Type |
Chef's knife |
|
Forging and steel
|
1-layer Monosteel - V1 |
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Grinding
|
50/50 |
|
Handle type
|
Shinogi/D-Shaft of Magnolia and Buffalo Horn |
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Stainless steel
|
No! |
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Hardness
|
62-63
|
|
Specs
(May vary due to handmade)
|
Length: 210mm.
Height: 42mm.
Weight: 132g.
Width out of the handle: 2mm.
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Foodgear always advises against cutting all kinds of bones and frozen goods. Knives must not be washed in a dishwasher, as this removes sharpness and provokes rust - even in stainless alloys!
