Shimomura – MV Stainless Steel Gyuto 240 mm

Brand & Heritage
Founded in 1874 in Sanjo City, one of Japan’s most renowned regions for forging cutting tools, Shimomura began as a maker of sickles and hoes before expanding into high-quality stainless steel knives, scissors, and slicers. With over a century of experience, the company has preserved traditional forging techniques while adapting to modern steel innovations.

Each Shimomura knife goes through around 35 meticulous production steps, from forging to finishing. The blades are sharpened using the wet grinding method, one of the most skill-intensive techniques. During this process, water is applied as the blade is ground to create the Hamaguri edge, polished to a mirror-like finish. This produces exceptional sharpness, smooth cutting performance, and superior edge retention compared to standard knives.

Specifications

• Type: Gyuto / Chef Knife

• Edge Length: 240 mm

• Total Length: 350 mm

• Core Steel (Hagane): Molybdenum Vanadium (MV) Stainless Steel

• Cladding (Jigane): Stainless Steel

• Handle: Resin with Stainless Steel Bolster

• Weight: ~180 g

• Spine Thickness: 2.2 mm

• Height at Heel: 48 mm

• Hardness: 59–61 HRC

• Origin: Made in Japan

Features & Use
This 240 mm Gyuto is a versatile chef’s knife, ideal for slicing, dicing, and chopping a wide variety of ingredients. The Molybdenum Vanadium stainless steel core provides excellent durability, rust resistance, and ease of maintenance, while still offering reliable sharpness and cutting performance. The resin handle with stainless steel bolster ensures comfort, hygiene, and balance, making it suitable for both professional kitchens and home cooks.