Painstakingly manufactured with 67-layered stainless Damascus steel, the 8.5" Japanese Kiritsuke chef knife from Kyoku is the ideal multi-purpose knife for your kitchen. The kiritsuke knife is designed to be a slicing and push-cut specialist. The gorgeous herringbone pattern on the base of the tang reveals the stunning craftsmanship and its luxurious identity.
8.5" Kiritsuke Knife VG10 Damascus Steel Silver-ion Coating | Gin Series
$76.99 USD
$109.99
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Why do you need a Japanese Kiritsuke knife?
Ensure Food Safety
HIGH-PERFORMANCE
STAINLESS DAMASCUS STEEL
Manufactured with ultra-premium 67-layered stainless Damascus steel at HRC 58-60 hardness. The cobalt added steel outperforms AUS-10 steel in durability and is easier to sharpen, since cobalt enhances the other alloying elements.
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DURABLE HANDLE DESIGN
The meticulously constructed, triple-riveted G10 handle has gone through special treatment, making it extremely impervious to heat, cold, and moisture.
INCREDIBLE SHARPNESS
The ruthlessly sharp edge is handcrafted by seasoned artisans to a mirror polish at 8-12° double sided using the traditional 3-step Honbazuke method; cryogenically treated for incredible hardness, flexibility, and corrosion resistance.
ERGONOMIC & WELL-BALANCED
The extra-wide and slightly curved blade ensures the Damascus cleaver knife slices through food with ease while alleviating fatigue and finger pains from long periods of slicing or chopping, perfectly blending control and comfort.
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FAQs
What makes the Kyoku Shogun Gin Series Chef Knife unique?
This chef knife is a perfect fusion of tradition and technology, featuring cryogenically treated Japanese VG-10 steel and an innovative ionic silver coating for unrivaled hygienic performance.
What materials are used in the Shogun Gin Series Chef Knife?
The knife is made with Japanese VG-10 steel and coated with ionic silver. It also has a full tang construction and a blade made of 58-60 HRC Damascus steel.
How sharp is the Shogun Gin Series Chef Knife?
The knife has a scalpel-like edge handcrafted to a mirror polish at an 8-12° double-sided angle using the traditional 3-step Honbazuke method, ensuring incredible sharpness.
What is the hardness rating of the Shogun Gin Series Chef Knife?
The knife has an HRC (Hardness Rockwell C) rating of 58-60.
Is the Shogun Gin Series Chef Knife well-balanced and comfortable to use?
Yes, the Japanese knife is designed to be ergonomic and well-balanced, providing control and comfort during long periods of slicing or chopping.
What kind of cutting tasks is the Shogun Gin Series Chef Knife suitable for?
The knife is perfect for cutting meat, fruit, vegetables, and more with meticulously exact precision.
Does the Shogun Gin Series Chef Knife come with accessories?
Yes, the knife comes complete with its own sheath and case for safe preservation and storage.
KYOKU SPIRITS
Kyoku draws from the samurai's legacy, creating affordable high-end Japanese cutlery for chefs and home cooks worldwide with a passion for culinary creativity.
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