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Yoshihiro High Speed Steel HAP40 Gyuto Chefs Knife with Ocean Blue Handle and Magnetic Oak Saya Cover

Yoshihiro High Speed Steel HAP40 Gyuto Chefs Knife with Ocean Blue Handle and Magnetic Oak Saya Cover

SKU:
HSWAGY210OBMO
$469.99
$469.99
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66-68 HRC
Yes
Free Magnetic Oak Saya Included

Blade Hardness

HRC (Rockwell Hardness) measures how hard the blade's steel is. Kitchen knife steel typically falls in the high-50s to mid-60s on this scale. Harder steel is built to hold a fine edge over long use, while softer steel favors flexibility and easy resharpening. The right HRC depends on the steel and design, not a single higher-is-better number.

Stain Resistant

This steel resists rust and staining from moisture and acidic foods, making it easy to maintain with routine care.

Saya Cover

This knife comes with its saya cover included at no additional cost, shaped to its exact blade for the same custom fit customers pay extra for on other knives.
Full Specifications

Blade

Knife Type
Gyuto (Chef Knife)
Primary Use
All-purpose / General kitchen prep
Blade Metal
HAP-40 Steel
Construction
Clad (San Mai)
Blade Hardness
66-68 HRC
Blade Edge Type
Double Bevel
Blade Finish
Plain
Stain Resistant
Yes

Handle

Handle Material
Stabilized Maple Burl (Ocean Blue)
Handle Shape
Octagonal
Bolster Material
Water Buffalo Horn (Color Varies)
Tang Type
Partial Tang
Product Details

Made in the shorter 7" (180mm) and 8.25" (210mm) lengths, this HAP40 Gyuto has an ocean blue handle and comes with a magnetic oak saya. The compact size is easy to manoeuvre on a small board, and its stainless-clad HAP40 core, heat treated to 66-68 HRC, gives it edge retention well beyond ordinary stainless knives.

HAP40, developed by Hitachi, is highly sought after for its exceptional cutting ability, edge stability, and long-lasting sharpness. While extremely hard, it is easier to sharpen than ZDP-189 due to its lower chromium content. Its hardness delivers outstanding wear resistance and edge retention, though the lower chromium also means it can tarnish more easily if not cared for.

This combination of hardness, cutting performance, and manageable maintenance makes HAP40 a top choice for high-performance Japanese kitchen knives.
Care & Origin
Country of Origin
Japan
Care Instructions
Hand wash only.
Dry immediately.
Avoid the dishwasher.
Sharpening Method
Sharpen by hand using whetstones. Do not use honing rods.

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