Masamoto SW Swedish Steel Kiritsuke 210mm

The Masamoto Sohonten SW Kiritsuke 210mm is a slim, precisely balanced Japanese chef knife built around an acute K-tip profile. Model SW3121KT pairs Masamoto’s Swedish stainless steel with a traditional ho wood wa handle and black water-buffalo horn ferrule.

This double-bevel kiritsuke-style knife delivers the reach of a 210mm chef knife with a fine tip suited to detailed vegetable work, portioning, and clean slicing. Its stainless monosteel construction offers the familiar Masamoto profile with easier daily maintenance than the carbon-steel KS line.

Why It Stands Out

Swedish stainless steel: Refined, tough, and easier to maintain in a busy kitchen.

Kiritsuke profile: An acute K-tip provides excellent control for precision cuts and detail work.

Light, nimble geometry: The measured 142g weight keeps the knife quick and responsive.

Traditional wa handle: Ho wood with a black water-buffalo horn ferrule gives a secure, lightweight feel.

Specifications

Maker: Masamoto Sohonten

Series: SW

Model: SW3121KT

Knife Type: Kiritsuke-style wa-gyuto / K-tip chef knife

Steel: Swedish stainless steel

Construction: Monosteel

Grind: Double bevel

Finish: Migaki / satin polish

Blade Length: 215mm measured (210mm nominal)

Blade Height at Heel: 43.9mm

Spine Thickness: 2.6mm at heel, 2.2mm at midpoint, 0.5mm near tip

Overall Length: 366mm

Weight: 142g

Handle: D-shaped ho wood with black water-buffalo horn ferrule

Hardness: Approximately 58–60 HRC

Origin: Japan

Measurements are taken from the photographed knife and may vary slightly from piece to piece.

Care

Hand wash with mild soap and dry immediately. Do not use a dishwasher, honing steel, powered sharpener, or the knife on bones, frozen food, or other hard materials. Maintain the edge with quality whetstones.