Nickel Damascus & Stainless Shims Kurouchi 52100 Gyuto 210mm (Blade Only)
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SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Gyuto
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: 52100
Blade Finish: Kurouchi (w/ Nickel Damascus & Stainless Shims)
Blade Hardness: 61HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: None ➛ Choose yours
Blade Size: 210mm
Heel Height: 53mm
Spine Thickness: 1.90mm
Weight: 116g
This one-of-one 210 mm Gyuto is a unique expression of Nguyên’s work, forged as a standalone piece rather than part of a series.
Hand-forged in Vietnam by Nguyen in the Hanoi region, this blade features a 52100 carbon steel core clad in stainless steel with a nickel Damascus pattern, finished with a traditional kurouchi on the upper blade. The combination was chosen for its balance of performance, durability, and understated visual contrast.
The 52100 core offers a fine grain structure with excellent edge stability, taking a very keen, aggressive edge while remaining easy to sharpen. The stainless nickel Damascus cladding helps reduce maintenance, while the kurouchi finish protects the upper blade and contributes to improved food release during prep.
As with many hand-forged Vietnamese blades, this Gyuto is built with character and intent rather than factory uniformity. Geometry and finish reflect the forging process, and the knife truly shines once properly tuned, thinned, and sharpened.
There is only one knife like this. Patterning, proportions, and surface texture are entirely unique to this blade. Images show the exact knife you will receive.
Kakushin can handle the blade-to-handle assembly for you at our shop. If you're new to the custom knife world and want to confirm the fit and sizing of a handle with a specific blade, feel free to reach out!
