Jikko Inox Molybdenum Gyuto Knife

Product Information

• Brand: Jikko
• Model: Gyuto 180 mm / 210mm / 240mm / 270 mm / 300 mm (Honbazuke hand-honed edge)
• Material: Blade: Molybdenum stainless steel, Handle: Plastic
• Product type: Chef Knives
• Country of origin: Japan (Sakai, Osaka)

• Gyuto 180mm: Overall length: 304 mm (Blade length 180 mm, Blade thickness 1.4 mm), Item weight (approx): 154 g, Shipping weight (approx): 260 g
• Gyuto 210mm: Overall length: 333 mm (Blade length 210 mm, Blade thickness 1.4 mm), Item weight (approx): 175 g, Shipping weight (approx): 280 g
• Gyuto 240mm: Overall length: 369 mm (Blade length 240 mm, Blade thickness 1.9 mm), Item weight (approx): 233 g, Shipping weight (approx): 340 g
• Gyuto 270mm: Overall length: 405 mm (Blade length 270 mm, Blade thickness 2.0 mm), Item weight (approx): 259 g, Shipping weight (approx): 360 g
• Gyuto 300mm: Overall length: 438 mm (Blade length 300 mm, Blade thickness 2.0 mm), Item weight (approx): 315 g, Shipping weight (approx): 420 g

Key Features

• Available in 5 sizes.
• Traditional Honbazuke hand-honed edge is ready to use.
• Double edged blade (asymmetric bevel 80/20).
• Molybdenum stainless steel provides the great rust-resistance.

Use & Care

• Hand wash.

Background

Traditional knife-maker Jikko also known as Sakai Jikko was established in 1901 in Sakai City, where is well-known for its artisans forging knives over the centuries.

Sakai blacksmiths are famous for their quality kitchen knives and are believed to supply nearly 90 percent of the knives used by professional chefs in Japan. At present, there are six craftsmen at the company, including Toshiyuki Jikko who is the fourth owner and the president.