Vintage Japanese Masahiro Gyuto Knife 200mm 1197

Experience Versatile Kitchen Preparation with a Vintage Masahiro Gyuto

This vintage Japanese Masahiro Gyuto pairs a 200mm blade with a wood handle and double-bevel edge. Its curved, pointed chef's knife profile suits slicing, rocking cuts and everyday preparation, offering a distinctive pre-owned piece for cooks and collectors.

The Specs

• Recorded maker / brand: Masahiro (正広)
• Knife type: Gyuto / chef's knife
• Steel: Exact alloy unconfirmed; original notes conflict between high carbon steel and Vanax-44
• Recorded hardness: 58 HRC
• Bevel: Double bevel
• Construction: Recorded as fully forged, full tang
• Blade length: 200mm
• Overall length: 330mm
• Blade thickness: 1.6mm
• Knife weight: Approximately 250g
• Handle: Wood
• Origin: Japan
• Condition: Second-hand / vintage

Masahiro Identity and Gyuto Design

The existing marking notes identify Masahiro (正広) and describe a square emblem containing stylised MH initials as the brand mark. That recorded identity is retained rather than describing the knife as unbranded. No additional workshop history or production date is attributed to this piece.

The Gyuto, often translated as beef sword, is Japan's answer to the Western chef's knife. Its versatile curved edge and pointed tip support a range of preparation tasks. The original steel notes are inconsistent, so neither Vanax-44 nor a specific carbon steel alloy is presented as verified, and no exceptional corrosion-resistance claim is made.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never put in the dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use to help prevent corrosion
• Apply a light coat of food-safe oil before long-term storage
• Hone carefully on a ceramic rod as needed
• Sharpen on whetstones; the original care notes recommend 1000/3000 grit
• Store on a magnetic rack or in a knife block