First impressions wow a great looking knife. I have never used one of his knives before but based upon other comments I expected great fit and finished. Well it is all of that and more then I expected.
Home cook so didn’t really put this through a heavy work out. I did use it for several dinners and one for 16.
I found the profile to work very well for how I use a knife. Nice tip that was easy to do small cuts given its size.
Weight: 197g 6.9oz
Height: 45mm at the heel
Length 246mm, choil to tip
Length 410mm, total
Balance point is right at the neck. Makes the knife feel lighter than the actual weight. I was surprised when I put it on the scale.
Interesting patina getting started.
Hamon is nice but not very pronounced. For cosmetic reasons I would of liked it to show more.
Handle is gorgeous.
Choil shot
Carrots was a breeze. Did not have any large but don’t expect to have anything but smooth cuts on them.
Potatoes did ride up the blade but shook off easily.
I believe anybody would be happy with this knife.
Thanks Carter for the opportunity to play with one of your knives .
Off to Jon in Cupertina in sunny California .
And I am off to Sedona to celebrate our 50th wedding .
Carter Hopkins W2 Gyuto pass-around
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Re: Carter Hopkins W2 Gyuto pass-around
I've heard great things about Carter knives looks awesome to try. It sounds like you really enjoyed the knife