Create a professional-grade kitchen knife with this full-tang 8" Katsura Gyuto blade, designed for power, balance, and exceptional cutting performance. Built with a Japanese AUS-10 steel core and reinforced with two layers of forged steel, this blade offers excellent edge retention and a Rockwell hardness of 60+. Its smooth, polished finish gives it the look and feel of a premium chef’s knife.
What is included in the kit?
This kit includes the blade, three sets of metal pins, a mosaic centre pin, and a presentation box. This is a knife-making project; you will not receive a finished knife.
What is the steel of the blade?
This blade features a Japanese AUS-10 high-carbon steel core strengthened with two outer layers of forged steel. The result is a durable blade with long-lasting sharpness, excellent cutting performance, and HRC 60+ hardness.
What is the size and tang of the blade?
The cutting edge measures 8", with an overall length of 13.5". This is a full-tang blade, offering maximum strength, balance, and stability. Net weight is approximately 6.3 oz.
What is a Gyuto blade used for?
The Gyuto is the Japanese equivalent of the Western chef’s knife—versatile, balanced, and designed for chopping, cutting, slicing, and general-purpose prep work. Its razor-sharp, agile edge makes everyday cooking tasks easier and more precise.
Price per blade in Canadian dollars.
BUND-HAMSAN-STAB-AMB
BUND-AUS10-FDCMAP