Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Aogami Super Kurouchi Damascus 8.25" Gyuto, Stabilized Birch

Shortly after receiving my Shinkiro bunka, I decided to pull the trigger on a full-size gyuto—and I couldn’t be happier. Fit and finish are exactly what I’ve come to expect from the Shinkiro line. It arrived incredibly sharp out of the box, and to my surprise, mine has a very noticeable dimple pattern.

I’m also really enjoying the extra weight and length on this version—it gives it a more substantial, workhorse feel without being unwieldy. Couldn’t be happier with this purchase!

I found the quality of the cutting experience with this knife to be on par with my Yoshikane knives.

Such a beautiful and well made knife. Got it as a present for my husband. I wish I’d read all the info about carbon steel before using it though because I cut some onions with it and it left some “tarnished look” on there rather than the blue patina. Use for meats, not on anything acidic! Gorgeous knife nonetheless!

This is a gorgeous knife, very well-balanced and easily fits a pinch grip. It is the sharpest out of the box knife that I purchased so far. Although it's weight and all iron cloud design can make it a challenge to use.