Hitohira T10 Tsuchime Gyuto 180 mm Pakka-handvat

The VG-10 series is made with VG-10 steel, a famous Japanese high-carbon stainless steel known for its strength, toughness, and resistance to rust. This steel holds its edge well and provides excellent sharpness and durability for everyday use. While this T10 may lose sharpness a little sooner compared to its more expensive big brother series TP made with SG2, it still maintains impressive cutting performance. These knives are fully ground and sharpened by hand, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship in every blade. The VG-10 series is a super solid choice for those who seek a durable and sharp knife and also one of our favourite knives to gift.

The gyuto is a true all-rounder and suitable for a wide variety of cutting tasks. A go-to knife for many and an ideal shape to start out with. Based on the Western style chef’s knife, the gyuto has a decent length, enough height to clear the knuckles from the cutting board and a somewhat narrow tip. It’s just as good at chopping an onion or cabbage, as slicing a roast or portioning fish. There's no shame in owning multiple gyuto's

Stainless steel gets its name from the inclusion of chromium (10-13%) in the alloy, which forms a protective film that helps prevent rust and corrosion by acting as a barrier between the metal and oxygen.
While stainless steel knives are practical, functional, and easier to maintain than carbon steel, they are not completely maintenance-free. With improper care, they can still rust or develop pitting—after all, "stainless" does not mean "stain-free."

The level of corrosion resistance varies depending on the type of stainless steel used, but the basic principles of care are similar to those for carbon steel knives.

To maintain your knife, store it clean and dry, avoid air-drying after washing, never use the dishwasher, and steer clear of cutting extremely hard items like frozen food or bones.
The key advantage of stainless steel over carbon steel is a greater margin for error—its rust resistance is higher, making it easier to maintain with less worry.

Remember, not all stainless steels are the same. Just like with carbon steels, each stainless steel alloy has its own unique properties and performance characteristics, and should be judged individually.