Masahiro NEO Chef knife 180 mm [10512]

Masahiro NEO Chef Knife 180 mm [10512]

Masahiro NEO Chef Kitchen Knife 180 mm [10512]

Masahiro NEO Chef, with a blade length of 180 mm, is one of the most frequently chosen knife types. Its characteristic shape originates from French cuisine, and this type of knife is used for many kitchen tasks. The name "Chef's Knife" emphasizes that it is the primary tool for every cook. The knife is perfectly balanced, and the handle fits firmly in every hand, whether large and masculine or small and feminine. The excellent balance between the blade and handle allows for very efficient slicing, dicing, and chopping of ingredients. Even with prolonged use, the hand does not get tired.

Masahiro NEO line is a combination of top-quality Japanese steel with a traditional European handle. It's a true delight for anyone who expects perfect sharpness, Japanese blade design, and a traditional European handle. The forging masters from Masahiro used one of the best steels in this series, namely *Super Gold 2 powdered steel.

Masahiro NEO knife blades are forged from 3-layer steel, with an SG2 steel core and an outer layer of soft SUS410L steel. This construction creates a distinctive line on the blade, called Katana-Edge. This embellishment originates from traditional Japanese sword making. Over time, the blade line may darken slightly, which will further highlight the Far Eastern character of the knife.

Masahiro NEO Chef Knife 180 mm [10512]

The knife handle is made of laminated wood with beautiful black grain. It is resin-impregnated wood, which provides excellent protection against moisture. The knife handle is attached to the tang with three rivets. The perfectly profiled handle shape is ergonomic and fits comfortably in the hand.

The knives are sharpened asymmetrically 80/20. This means that the cutting edge is shifted to one side of the knife's axis. The advantages of asymmetrical sharpening include a cutting edge that is up to 35% thinner than a symmetrical blade, making it much sharper.

* SG2 (Super Gold #2) powdered steel with a high chromium content (up to 16%) boasts excellent corrosion resistance. It is created through a complex process where extremely fine steel nanoparticles are combined, heated, and formed into the desired shape. This manufacturing method is completely different from "traditional" smelting and allows for steel with much better performance parameters. The high carbon content (up to 1.45%) allows the knife to be hardened to a high degree, thus providing above-average resistance to dulling.

Technical data:

Blade – 3-layer steel, core SG2 powdered steel

Hardness – 60 – 62 HRC