赤・刃 — The Beginning of a New Series
Every knife under RÈN is created with one goal in mind:
to give chefs a tool they can trust, day in and day out.
The RÈN Aka Gyuto 220mm marks the first release of our RÈN Aka Series — a western-handled lineup designed for professionals who value performance, balance, and reliability in real kitchen environments.
Why “Aka” (赤)?
“Aka” means Red in Japanese — a colour often associated with strength, energy, and passion.
For this series, Aka represents:
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The Red Pakka Wood Handle
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A bold step forward for RÈN
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A knife built for daily service, not display shelves
Engraved on the blade is 赤・刃 , paired with 刃, the RÈN mark — symbolising the meeting of design intention and cutting performance.
Designed by RÈN, Crafted in China
We believe honesty builds trust.
The RÈN Aka Gyuto is crafted in China, using modern production capabilities, and designed by RÈN with specifications refined through hands-on testing and feedback from working chefs.
This approach allows us to:
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Focus on geometry, balance, and grind
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Maintain consistent quality
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Offer a knife with professional performance at an accessible price
The result is a blade that performs where it matters most — on the cutting board.
Blade Steel: 10Cr15CoMoV (VG10-Equivalent)
The core steel used in the RÈN Aka Gyuto is 10Cr15CoMoV, a high-carbon stainless steel often regarded as the Chinese equivalent of VG10.
What this means for the user:
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Excellent sharpness potential
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Good edge retention for daily prep
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Stainless properties suitable for busy kitchens
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Easy maintenance and sharpening
During testing, the blade showed strong edge stability and consistent performance across proteins, vegetables, and long prep sessions.
Built for Real Kitchens
The 220mm Gyuto profile offers versatility for both professional and serious home cooks.
Specifications:
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Blade length: 220mm
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Profile: Gyuto
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Steel: 10Cr15CoMoV
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Handle: Red Pakka Wood (Western)
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Balance: Neutral, comfortable for pinch grip
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Finish: Clean, understated, service-ready
This is not a decorative knife — it is built to work.
Launch Pricing
To thank early supporters of RÈN, the Aka Gyuto is introduced with a special first-batch price.
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Launch Price: RM300
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Regular Price: RM400
This launch price applies to the first batch only.
The Beginning of the RÈN Aka Series
The RÈN Aka Gyuto 220mm is only the start.
The RÈN Aka Series will expand with additional profiles and variations in the future, while continuing to reflect the same philosophy:
honest materials, thoughtful design, and tools chefs can trust.
Thank you for being part of this journey.
— RÈN Malaysia
Crafted in China · Designed by RÈN · Trusted by Chefs
