Tsunehisa VG10 Gyuto 210mm – Pakka Wood Handle
The Tsunehisa VG10 Gyuto 210mm is a superb all-round Japanese chef's knife that combines premium VG10 steel, a traditional hammered finish, and an elegant Western-style Pakka wood handle. Built for precision, durability, and everyday performance, it's a knife you'll reach for every time you cook.
The Ultimate All-Purpose Kitchen Knife
The Gyuto is Japan's equivalent of the Western chef's knife, designed to handle almost every cutting task with ease. From slicing meat and fish to chopping vegetables and herbs, the 210mm blade offers the perfect balance of reach, precision, and control.
Whether you're an enthusiastic home cook or a professional chef, this is a knife that feels at home in any kitchen.
Premium VG10 Steel Core
At its heart is VG10 stainless steel, one of Japan's most respected blade steels.
Benefits include:
- Outstanding edge retention
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Razor-sharp cutting performance
- Easy maintenance
- Superb balance between hardness and toughness
The result is a knife that stays sharp longer while remaining easy to care for.
Tsuchime Hammered Finish
The upper portion of the blade features a traditional Tsuchime (hammered) finish, while the lower section has a refined satin finish with a subtle Damascus-style cladding line.
This design offers both beauty and functionality:
- Helps reduce food sticking to the blade
- Gives each knife a handcrafted appearance
- Creates a refined Japanese aesthetic
- Makes slicing smoother and more efficient
Comfortable Western Pakka Wood Handle
The ergonomic Pakka wood handle is designed for comfort and durability.
It provides:
- Secure, comfortable grip
- Excellent balance
- Moisture resistance
- Durable construction for years of daily use
Its Western profile makes it especially comfortable for cooks transitioning from European chef's knives to Japanese cutlery.
Why You'll Love It
- Made in Japan
- Premium VG10 stainless steel core
- Excellent edge retention
- Traditional Tsuchime (hammered) finish
- Elegant satin blade with Damascus-style cladding line
- Comfortable Western Pakka wood handle
- Lightweight and perfectly balanced
- Easy to maintain
- Outstanding all-purpose performance
Specifications
Brand: Tsunehisa
Blade Length: 210mm
Knife Type: Gyuto (Japanese Chef's Knife)
Core Steel: VG10 Stainless Steel
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Tsuchime (Hammered) with Satin Finish
Handle: Western Pakka Wood
Made in: Japan
Perfect For
- Everyday cooking
- Meat preparation
- Fish filleting and portioning
- Vegetables and herbs
- Professional kitchens
- Home cooks looking for a premium Japanese chef's knife
Why We Chose This Knife
At Sharp Knives Malta, we recommend the Tsunehisa VG10 Gyuto to anyone looking for a premium Japanese chef's knife that offers exceptional performance without unnecessary complexity. The VG10 steel delivers long-lasting sharpness, while the comfortable Western handle makes it an easy transition for anyone used to European knives.
Final Word
The Tsunehisa VG10 Gyuto 210mm is an outstanding everyday chef's knife that combines Japanese precision with Western comfort. Beautifully finished, incredibly sharp, and built to last, it's the kind of knife that transforms everyday cooking into a pleasure.