3.5" Paring Knife VG10 Damascus Steel Silver-ion Coating | Gin Series
*Related Knife: 3.5" Damascus Paring Knife | Shogun Series
Description
Take your culinary and kitchen experience to the next level with this paring knife from Kyoku’s new Shogun Gin series! A perfect fusion of tradition and technology, this 3.5 inch fruit knife is manufactured with cryogenically treated Japanese VG-10 steel to ensure outstanding durability, and innovatively coated with ionic silver for unrivaled hygienic performance. Thanks to its scalpel like edge, it slices with minimal resistance, making it perfect for peeling, mincing, coring fruit and vegetables, deveining shrimp, and more with meticulously exact precision.
Features
- INNOVATIVE PROTECTION: Our blade boasts a protective silver ion coating to prevent growth of unwanted contaminants for extra culinary safety.
- FULL-TANG CONSTRUCTION: The 66 layer Damascus VG10 stainless steel blade extends to the entire length of the handle, withstanding punishing daily use without sacrificing precision and control.
- ERGONOMIC HANDLE: This fiberglass handle with its signature mosaic pin withstands cold, heat, and corrosion while offering comfy and well-balanced grip to prevent fatigue and cramp even in professional settings.
Specifications
- Material: VG-10 Stainless Steel, G-10 Fiberglass, Ionic Silver Oxide
- Rockwell Hardness: 58-60
- Blade Dimensions: 3.5 x 1.1 in. (9.2 x 2.8 cm)
- Edge Angle: 8-12°
- Overall Length: 7.8 in. (19.6 cm)
- Net Weight: 4 oz. (110 g)
- Warranty: Lifetime
Package List
- 1 x Damascus Paring Knife
- 1 x Sheath
- 1 x Case
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.
Why GIN?
KYOKU SPIRITS
Inspired by tradition, but not bound by it.
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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FAQS
What makes the Kyoku Shogun Gin Series Paring Knife unique?
This paring 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 Paring 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.
What kind of cutting tasks is the Shogun Gin Series Paring Knife suitable for?
Peeling, trimming, deveining, and intricate decorative work.
Does the Shogun Gin Series Paring Knife come with accessories?
Yes, the knife comes complete with its own sheath and case for safe preservation and storage.
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