Tsunehisa SLD Nashiji Gyuto 240mm
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Versatile with an excellent thin profile the SLD gyuto is a durable and easy to care for all rounder with a subtle nashiji finish quality burnt oak handle.
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Our Price Match PromiseAbout this range
First Impressions
A superb range for those exploring Japanese knives or looking to add a great value carbon steel knife to their collection without breaking the bank. The SLD from Tsunehisa is well finished with a keen edge and great looks thanks to the burnt oak handle and nashiji blade patterns - every one is unique!
Beauty
Eye catching without a doubt, the burnt oak handles really offset the subtle nashiji finish on the blade to make a great looking knife.
In Hand
The slightly hollow grind and good balance of this range suit extended use in the kitchen and you'll enjoy cooking with this knife for many years.
Durability
SLD is an excellent modern steel, at around 61-62HRC the Tsunehisa offers a great balance between edge retention and easy sharpening. Despite their relatively thin profile they're durable and robust when used correctly.
Ease of Care
Unlike some more reactive carbon steels, SLD (clad with stainless) is one of the easier steels to care for as it's not hugely reactive so while you should expect a patina to develop over time on the core steel, it's not usually very extreme and quite light so while we would still recommend following our carbon steel care guide for good practice, this is a great intro into carbon steel knives.
Care Tip – Reactive Carbon Steel
The core (and on some ranges, the cladding steel too) of this knife is made using a carbon steel which can react with moisture and acids in your food and so is not stainless or rust-proof.
Our Verdict
Fantastic value for money at a very competitive price point. The SLD has all the benefits of carbon steel but with the relatively low maintenance requirements of it being minimally reactive.
Combined with their good quality fit, finish and edge out of the box and those fantastic good looks with the burnt oak handle this is a range we're always happy to recommend.
Knife Measurements - Tsunehisa SLD Nashiji Gyuto 240mm
- Blade Length: 246mm (Measurement of the cutting edge)
- Total Length: 397mm (Blade tip to handle end)
- Blade Height: 48.9mm (Heel to spine)
- Blade Thickness: 2.07mm (Spine width above the heel) 2.02mm (Measured halfway along spine) 0.93mm (Measured 15mm from tip)
- Total Weight: 167 grams
Range Specifications
- Core Steel: SLD
- Cladding Steel: Stainless
- Hardness: 61-62 (HRC)
- Handle Material: Octagonal burnt oak
- Left or Right handed: Either (Double Bevel)
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 things such as blade or wood finishes can vary. We will always endeavour to provide the most accurate measurements, photos and descriptions of our products.
Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.
Meet the maker
Tsunehisa
Tsunehisa is a brand that supply knives from a range of blacksmiths and forges from around Japan including Sakai, Tosa and Seki and as such the range of knives available under the Tsunehisa name features a wide range of steels, styles and finishes but each one has a high level of quality and finish in common.
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