(4)

Shiro Kamo White 2 Damascus Gyuto 240mm

$241.00 USD

Earn [points_amount] when you buy this item. For more information please see the rewards panel below.

Knife Specifications

We strive to provide accurate measurements and photographs of our products. However, due to the handmade nature of many items slight variations may occur.

Style

Gyuto

Blade Material

Shirogami 2 with Damascus Clad

Handle Material

Octagon Walnut w/ Pakkawood Bolster

Bevel

Double Bevel

Maintenance Level

High

Edge Length

240mm

Overall Length

388mm

Spine Thickness

2.5mm/2.0mm

Blade Height

58mm

Weight

170g

HRC

62

An In depth look

Blade Type

The Gyuto knife, a cornerstone of Japanese culinary tradition, is a versatile, all-purpose chef's knife. Its name, translating to "beef sword," reflects its proficiency in slicing meat and in more modern times vegetables. However, its slightly curved blade excels in chopping, dicing, and mincing, making it indispensable in any kitchen.

Steel Type

Japanese White Steel #2, a traditional high-carbon steel, is cherished for its purity and fine grain structure, enabling razor-sharp edges, at the cost of being reactive. It is one of the easiest steels to sharpen, but cannot be left wet for even short periods otherwise rust spots can occur. If you’re fastidious in your knife maintenance, this knife steel can be extremely rewarding to use.

Care Information

Introducing

Shiro Kamo

Though not widely known internationally, Shiro Kamo holds a highly respected position among Japan’s knife-making elite. Awarded the prestigious title of Dento-Kogeshi (Master of Traditional Crafts) at just 45—a rare honour shared by only a handful of artisans in the Echizen area, including masters like Takeshi Saji and Katsushige Anryu—Kamo-san’s skill and dedication to traditional craftsmanship are exceptional.

Currently serving as the president of the renowned Takefu Knife Village Cooperative, Kamo-san produces knives admired for their consistently precise grinds, refined blade finishes, and meticulous attention to detail. His expertise with steels, particularly his celebrated heat treatment of R2 stainless steel, ensures blades with phenomenal cutting performance and outstanding edge retention.

Shop All Shiro Kamo

Customer Reviews

Based on 4 reviews
100%
(4)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
A
Alistair Gunn
awesome

This is my second knife by SK. The other is an SG2 160mm santoku. This is lighter, finer, more precise…though less rustic. Probably too long for my needs, but it’s still a beauty.

D
D.M.
Sharp, light and balanced

This knife is a dream to use.
My first Gyuto and a purchase that I do not regret.

R
Robert Sealy
Beautiful knife

Been using this as my new chef knife and great feel and amazing workmanship.
Highly recommend

R
Robert Sealy
Beautiful knife

Been using this as my new chef knife and great feel and amazing workmanship. Highly recommend