Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife
Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife

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Makoto Tadokoro Ginsan Gyuto 240mm BNIB Japanese Kitchen Knife

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  • $430.00
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Posted on 2026-04-30

Product description

Okay. This is a beautiful Tadokoro knife, but it has a flaw.  I received it with a chipped tip.  I never used or sharpened the knife and didn't realize the tip was chipped until I photographed it.  I am putting it up for auction as is.  I am not a professional sharpener and don't want to butcher it.  If it doesn't sell, I will have it repaired and try again. 

This series of knives is hand-ground by Makoto Tadokoro in Tosa, Japan, and forged by Satoshi Nagakawa in Sakai. Starting as a teenager, Tadokoro trained with the famous grinder and sharpener Morihiro.  His grinding and finishing skills are exceptional, showing he has made the most of his 25 years’ experience.  This knife has fine grinding and a solid feel with little overall flex, but the edge is thin.  It will cut very smoothly, but can be easily damaged if any twisting, lateral pressure or scraping is applied.  It is best suited for those already using thin-edged Japanese knives and not the best first Japanese knife for somoeone used to more forgiving tougher knives. 
Nakagawa’s knives are characterized by excellent heat control during forging and a very thorough heat treatment creating knives that have superb edge formation and edge life with good toughness.   

This knife is from my personal collection.  I bought it new a few years ago. It has never been used or sharpened.

Blade length: 230 mm
Height at heel: 46 mm 
Weight: 190 g
Blade:  Ginsan/Silver #3 Stainless
Handle: Rosewood 

Condition

  • Unused (new item)

In original packaging?

  • Yes

Imperfections (if any)

Broken tip

Country of manufacture

  • Japan

Brand/Blacksmith

  • Tadokoro

Blade shape

  • Chef's knife (Gyuto)

Blade length (mm)

230

Product weight (g)

190

Steel category

  • Stainless steel

Steel type

  • Ginsan (Silver III)

Steel hardness (HRC)

  • Unknown

Handle material

  • Natural (wood)

Seller's return policy

  • No returns (5-day Buyer Protection Return Policy for Eligible returns still applies)
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