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OUL 10A Uzu Japanese chef knife's full profile displayed on a clear acrylic stand.
  • OUL 10A Uzu Japanese chef knife's full profile displayed on a clear acrylic stand.
  • San mai construction on OUL Damascus Gyuto and heel detail
  • Choil view showing grind and blade geometry
  • Thin edge geometry of OUL AUS-10A Gyuto chef knife.
  • Sleek knife with a wooden handle on an acrylic stand against a white background. OUL AUS-10A Damascus Gyuto handcrafted in Sakai, Japan
  • OUL 10A Uzu Japanese chef knife's full profile displayed on a clear acrylic stand.
  • San mai construction on OUL Damascus Gyuto and heel detail
  • Choil view showing grind and blade geometry
  • Thin edge geometry of OUL AUS-10A Gyuto chef knife.
  • Sleek knife with a wooden handle on an acrylic stand against a white background. OUL AUS-10A Damascus Gyuto handcrafted in Sakai, Japan
OUL AUS-10A Uzu Twist Damascus Gyuto // 180mm

OUL AUS-10A Uzu Twist Damascus Gyuto // 180mm

$235.00 USD
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The Gyuto is the Japanese version of the Western chef’s knife, designed as a versatile, multi-purpose kitchen knife perfect for slicing meats, fish, vegetables, and fruits. Its pointed tip allows for precise cuts, while the flat heel supports techniques such as rock chopping and tap chopping, making it a go-to tool for both professional chefs and home cooks.

Lighter and thinner than traditional Western chef’s knives, the Gyuto’s forward-balanced design enhances agility, control, and cutting precision. It excels at a variety of techniques, including push and pull cuts, ensuring smooth, effortless slicing through even the most delicate ingredients.

This knife features a high-performance AUS-10A steel core clad in an intricately twisted Damascus pattern, delivering exceptional sharpness, reliable edge retention, and stunning visual depth. Renowned for its fine grain structure and ease of sharpening, AUS-10A steel provides an ideal balance of cutting performance, durability, and low maintenance—perfect for professional chefs and serious home cooks alike.

The elegant Damascus blade is paired with a lacquered octagonal burnt oak handle, offering a secure, comfortable grip while enhancing the knife’s refined aesthetic. Every detail is carefully crafted, from the rounded and polished spine and choil to the overall balance, ensuring comfort during extended prep work.

With its thin, finely ground edge and lightweight, nimble design, this knife is especially easy to maneuver in tight or small cutting spaces, making intricate slicing, trimming, and prep work effortless. Combining traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern materials, it delivers precise, controlled cuts and timeless style in a beautifully balanced, versatile kitchen knife.

Key Features:

  • Knife Shape: Gyuto – Japanese chef’s knife for versatile kitchen prep

  • Blade Length: 180mm – compact, agile size for daily cooking

  • Blade Height: 42.9mm – excellent board control and knuckle clearance

  • Blade Thickness: 1.80mm – thin profile for precise slicing

  • Weight: 126g – lightweight and well balanced

  • Blade Construction: San Mai – laminated for strength and durability

  • Cladding: Stainless Damascus Twist (Uzu pattern)

  • Core Steel: AUS-10A stainless steel

  • Hardness: 60–61 HRC – strong edge retention with durability

  • Handle: Lacquered octagonal burnt oak

  • Origin: Sakai City, Osaka, Japan

  • Brand: OUL

AUS-10A steel is a high-quality Japanese stainless steel, commonly used for making knives. Its typical composition is as follows:

  • Carbon (C): 0.95% - 1.05% (Increases hardness and edge retention)

  • Chromium (Cr): 13.00% - 15.00% (Enhances wear resistance and toughness)

  • Molybdenum (Mo): 0.80% (Improves strength and corrosion resistance)

  • Vanadium (V): 0.10% - 0.20% (Increases hardness and grain refinement for better sharpness)

  • Manganese (Mn): 0.50% (improves toughness, enhances hardness, and wear resistance)

  • Silicon (Si): 0.50% (Enhances strength and durability)

  • Nickel (Ni): 0.50% (enhances toughness)

  • Phosphorus (P): 0.03% (Kept low to prevent brittleness)

  • Sulfur (S): 0.03% (Minimizes impurities for better toughness)

This composition gives AUS-10A steel a great balance of hardness, edge retention, corrosion resistance, and toughness. It's ideal for high-performance knives, providing a sharp, durable edge that's relatively easy to maintain

Recommended Uses:

  • Slicing meats, fish, and poultry

  • Chopping and dicing vegetables

  • Push cutting and light rocking techniques

  • Fine trimming and precision prep work

  • Ideal everyday chef’s knife for home cooks and professionals

  • Excellent choice for those wanting Damascus aesthetics with stainless performance