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About this product

  • Size: 7"L (blade), 12"L
  • Color: Silver, Black
  • Material: Stainless Steel blade, POM handle
  • Dishwasher Safe
  • Made in Japan
  • Molybdenum Rust-Resistant Steel, Mirror Finished
  • POM (Polyoxymethylene) handle offers durability, stability & moisture resistance
  • Stainless Bolster
  • Recommended for beginner & household

Product Overview

The Narihira FC-42 pairs a compact 180 mm gyuto blade with a black POM handle and a stainless-steel bolster. Its mirror-finished, molybdenum rust-resistant steel blade has a broad heel, curved edge and pointed tip for everyday slicing, chopping and mincing.

At 12 inches overall, this is the shorter of the two Narihira gyuto sizes. Choose it when you prefer a smaller chef knife for routine vegetable, herb and boneless-protein preparation. The 210 mm FC-43 offers a longer blade in the same handle style.

POM, short for polyoxymethylene, provides a durable, stable and moisture-resistant grip. The three-rivet handle and metal bolster give the knife a familiar Western-style construction suited to beginners and home cooks.

Narihira FC-42 gyuto with silver blade, stainless bolster and black three-rivet handle

One compact blade for everyday ingredients

The gyuto profile brings a wide heel, gently curved cutting edge and tapered point together in one chef knife. Use the main edge for slicing and chopping vegetables or boneless ingredients, and the tip for smaller cuts.

The 180 mm length is the compact choice in this pair. Match it to the ingredients and cutting-board space you use most, or choose the 210 mm FC-43 when you want a longer blade.

Stainless-steel blade material

Rust-resistant steel

Molybdenum steel with a mirror finish. Wash and dry after use to care for the blade.

POM resin handle material

Moisture-resistant grip

Black POM handle with three rivets, built for durability and stability.

Blade and overall length

180 mm blade

A compact 180 mm blade with a 12-inch overall knife length.

Narihira FC-42 knife shown in its original retail packaging

Simple care between prep tasks

Wash with mild dish soap and a soft sponge after use, rinse thoroughly and dry before storing. Remove acidic or salty food residue promptly rather than leaving it on the blade.

Rust-resistant steel still benefits from dry storage. Avoid leaving the knife soaking in water and protect the cutting edge from contact with other utensils. Keep it sharp with regular maintenance suited to your use.

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Narihira - Gyuto Small Cooking Knife, Stainless Steel, 180mm Current product Narihira - Gyuto Small Cooking Knife, Stainless Steel, 180mmFC-42 Narihira - Gyuto Small Cooking Knife, Stainless Steel, 210mm Narihira - Gyuto Small Cooking Knife, Stainless Steel, 210mmFC-43 AB-5223 180 mm 4000ST gyuto, full blade and black wooden handle Kai Sekimagoroku - Gyutou Knife 7" (180mm)AB-5223
Price$43.50 $62.00 $70.75
Product type Gyuto / chef knife Gyuto / chef knife Gyutou / chef knife
Blade material Molybdenum rust-resistant steel Molybdenum rust-resistant steel Molybdenum vanadium stainless steel
Handle material POM resin POM resin Strengthened black wood
Color Silver, Black Silver, Black Silver, Black
Dimensions Blade: 180 mm (approx. 7 in); overall length: 12 in Blade: 210 mm (approx. 8¼ in); overall: 13.5 in L × 1.75 in W × 0.75 in H 7"L
Country of Origin Japan Japan Japan
Series Narihira gyuto Narihira gyuto Sekimagoroku 4000ST