Release Date: 28th June 2024
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This Gyuto, expertly crafted by Austrian blacksmith Martin Huber in his renowned workshop in Gasten, Austria, stands as a testament to the fusion of traditional techniques and modern craftsmanship. This knife features a premium Apex Ultra core steel, renowned for its exceptional hardness and toughness, ensuring superior edge retention and cutting performance. The elegant profile with its 230mm edge length, combined with a meticulously executed convex grind, allows for precise and effortless slicing, making it an indispensable tool for both professional chefs and culinary enthusiasts.

A highlight of this Gyuto is the intricate forging of the mokume-gane front and rear bolster, a complex process that involves layering and manipulating different alloys to create a wood-grain pattern. This technique, demanding significant skill and patience, results in a visually stunning and unique set of bolsters that enhance the knife's aesthetic appearance and make it a truly stunning work of craftsmanship. The handle, crafted from ringed gidgee, complements the mokume-gane bolsters, offering a comfortable grip and an elegant look.

In addition to the mokume-gane bolsters, the blade itself features a composite construction with a blend of nickel and copper Damascus jacket enclosing the Apex Ultra core. This intricate layering contributes to the blade's striking appearance and is simply stunning. The blade finish, a combination of Brute de Forge, acid etching (forced patina), and matte polish, gives the knife a distinctive and rugged look. Overall, this piece is a high performance masterpiece, blending beauty, functionality, and tradition in a single, extraordinary tool.

Links to Martins video

Making the Mokume Gane
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Forging the Blade
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Assembly
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