Overview

The Shibata Koutetsu Aogami Super (AS) Migaki Gyuto 210mm is a classic “laser” built for precision and speed. An Aogami Super carbon steel core (tempered ~62–63 HRC) is clad in stainless steel and finished in a clean migaki (satin), so you get long edge life with simple day-to-day care. The grind is extremely thin with a fine, agile tip, and the spine/choil are rounded for all-day comfort. Typical runs ship with a lightweight octagonal wa handle in rosewood (some batches appear in jarrah).

Pro care tip: wipe dry after use, and strop occasionally with our XL leather strop. For a scary-sharp start, add our professional sharpening service at checkout, and pair it with a soft, knife-friendly Hasegawa Pro cutting board.

Common Questions

Q: Is this 210mm gyuto good for home cooks?

A: Absolutely. It’s thin, light, and incredibly sharp out of the box, which makes prep faster and more precise. Just avoid bones/frozen foods and dry it after washing—the AS edge is carbon steel (it will patina), while the cladding is stainless.

Q: Will a “laser” feel fragile?

A: It’s purpose-built for fine slicing and push cuts through produce and proteins (off the bone). Use a soft board (like Hasegawa) and let the edge do the work—no twisting or prying. Treat it right and it’ll be a dependable daily driver.

Q: How do I maintain the edge?

A: Touch up with light stropping; for resharpening, use water stones (avoid honing rods). A thin micro-bevel at the very edge can add toughness without sacrificing bite.

Specifications

Core Steel: Aogami Super (Blue Super) carbon steel

Cladding Type: Stainless (san-mai), migaki/satin finish

Blade Length: 210 mm (edge typically ~214 mm)

Overall Length: Specs not found

Spine Thickness (Heel): ~1.7–2.2 mm (varies by batch)

Spine Thickness (Mid): ~1.6–1.8 mm (varies by batch)

Weight: ~134 g typical (varies by handle/lot)

Handle Material: Octagonal rosewood w/ black pakka ferrule (jarrah appears on some runs)

Hardness (HRC): ~62–63

Edge/Grind: 50/50 double bevel

Blade Height: ~46–47 mm