Vintage Masahiro High-Carbon Steel Gyuto Knife 270mm 2306

Experience serious cutting reach in a vintage Japanese workhorse

This vintage Masahiro 270mm gyuto pairs a commanding professional blade length with responsive Japanese high-carbon steel. It is a one-of-a-kind chef's knife suited to large ingredients, long slicing strokes and collectors of traditional Japanese commercial cutlery.

The Specs

• Maker: Masahiro
• Knife type: Gyuto / chef's knife
• Steel: Japanese high-carbon steel
• Blade length: 270mm
• Origin: Japan
• Condition: Vintage / second-hand, one-of-a-kind

Heritage and performance

Masahiro is associated with practical Japanese kitchen knives designed for demanding preparation. The extended 270mm gyuto profile provides reach for slicing meat, fish and larger produce, while high-carbon steel can develop a keen working edge and responds well to careful whetstone sharpening.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never place in a dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use to help prevent rust
• Hone with a smooth steel or fine ceramic rod when required
• Sharpen on suitable Japanese water stones
• Store on a magnetic rack, in a sheath or in a knife roll