Shimomura Un-Ryu VG10 Damascus Gyuto 210mm
Shimomura Un-Ryu VG10 Damascus Gyuto 210mm
Shimomura Un-Ryu VG10 Damascus Gyuto 210mm
Shimomura Un-Ryu VG10 Damascus Gyuto 210mm
Shimomura Un-Ryu VG10 Damascus Gyuto 210mm
Shimomura Un-Ryu VG10 Damascus Gyuto 210mm
Shimomura Un-Ryu VG10 Damascus Gyuto 210mm
Shimomura Un-Ryu VG10 Damascus Gyuto 210mm
Shimomura Un-Ryu VG10 Damascus Gyuto 210mm

Shimomura Un-Ryu VG10 Damascus Gyuto 210mm

£160.00

The UN-RYU 210mm Gyuto is a commanding chef's knife engineered for effortless slicing, offering professional quality and incredible value. Its blade features a striking 33-layer Damascus pattern and an impressive finish that highlights the premium VG10 cutting edge. A beautifully contoured full-tang handle ensures superb balance, longevity, and a refined grip for heavy prep.

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Product Code: UNR-05

Knife & Range Specifications

Knife Measurements
  • Blade Edge Length: 210mm / 8.27" (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Knife Length: 345mm / 13.58" (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 44.3mm / 1.74" (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 1.7mm / 0.07" (Spine width above the heel) 1.1mm / 0.04" (Measured 15mm from tip)
  • Total Weight: 174 grams / 6.14 oz

Our aim is to measure and photograph our products as accurately as possible but due to many items being handmade, finished or using natural materials, there can be minor variance in measurements and finishes.

Range Specifications
  • Core Steel: VG10
  • Cladding Steel: Stainless
  • Blade Finish: Damascus | Polished
  • Hardness: ~60 (HRC)
  • Handle Style: Western Style (Yo)
  • Handle Material: Pakka wood
  • Left or Right handed:

Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.

Shimomura Un-Ryu VG10 Damascus

Our in-depth range review

First Impressions

Unbox a Shimomura Un-Ryu VG10 knife and the first thing that strikes you is how much knife you're getting for the money. The fit and finish here punch well above the price point, with clean grinds, a tidy spine and a level of polish that's usually reserved for pricier ranges.

Beauty

The damascus on the Un-Ryu range is understated rather than showy, and that's part of its charm.

The 33 layer pattern sits close to the surface in a soft, misty haze rather than the bold swirls you'll see on some other damascus knives, giving the blade a quiet elegance that still catches the light nicely on the countertop.

In Hand

Pick one up and the balance is immediately noticeable. The blades across the range are flat ground laser profiles giving the knives a light, nimble feel that makes prep work feel effortless.

The full tang yo handle carries that weight through into the grip, so the knife never feels front heavy or awkward, even during longer prep sessions.

Durability

VG10 core steel is a proven performer in this price bracket, offering a good balance of edge retention and toughness once heat treated to the hardness Shimomura use here.

The full tang construction adds structural strength through the handle, reducing the chance of any flex or looseness over time, and the laminated construction of the handle itself is built to withstand daily kitchen use without deteriorating.

Ease of Care & Maintenance Tips

As a stainless damascus knife, the Un-Ryu range is straightforward to live with day to day. A quick hand wash and dry after use is all it needs, and the stainless cladding means you don't have to worry about the patina or rust concerns that come with carbon steel.

That said, we'd still recommend avoiding the dishwasher and drying it promptly, as with any Japanese knife, to keep the edge and finish in top condition for years to come.

Our Verdict

The Shimomura Un-Ryu VG10 range is a genuinely easy recommendation for anyone wanting their first proper Japanese knife, or an upgrade that doesn't stretch the budget too far.

The combination of a thin, laser cut profile, a comfortable full tang handle and that subtle damascus finish makes for a knife that performs as well as it looks, at a price that's hard to argue with.