Vintage Masaaki Masateru Gyuto Knife 240mm Carbon Steel Western Wood Handle 2250

Experience a signed piece of Sakai excellence - a vintage Masaaki Gyuto in carbon steel, bearing the "Tokusei Masaaki" mark reserved for a smith's finest work, in a full 240mm chef knife format.

The Specs

• Steel: Carbon steel
• Blade type: Gyuto (chef knife, double-bevel)
• Blade length: 240mm
• Handle: Western-style wood handle
• Origin: Sakai, Osaka, Japan
• Condition: Pre-owned
• Signature: Kanji "特製 正晃" (Tokusei Masaaki, "special make - Masaaki")
• SKU: 2250

The kanji "特製 正晃" translates as "special make - Masaaki" - a designation used by Sakai smiths to mark their finest work, blades made with extra care, better steel selection, and more refined geometry than standard production. The Gyuto is Japan's answer to the Western chef knife: a versatile double-bevel blade suited to meat, fish, and vegetables, with the length and weight to handle serious prep work. Carbon steel takes a sharper, more responsive edge than stainless and develops a natural patina with use. The western wood handle gives a comfortable, familiar grip that suits both home cooks and professionals. A rare signed piece from a named Sakai artisan.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use to prevent rust
• Hone regularly to maintain the edge
• Sharpen on Japanese water stones (1000/3000 grit)
• Store on a magnetic rack or in a knife roll - never loose in a drawer