12" Brisket Slicing Knife VG10 with Silver-ion Coating | Gin Series
*Related Knife: 12" Slicing Knife | Daimyo Series
Description
This 12-inch multipurpose carving knife blends tradition and tech, featuring cryo-treated Japanese VG-10 steel for durability and ionic silver coating for hygiene. Its razor-sharp edge delivers precise, even slices, while blade indentations prevent food sticking. Built with full-tang 58-60 HRC Damascus steel, a fiberglass handle, and mosaic pins, it includes a protective sheath—ideal for chefs and BBQ enthusiasts.
Features
- ULTRA-SHARP BLADE: Sharpened to 8 to 12 degrees on each side using the traditional 3-step Honbazuke method, this carving knife's long blade and indentation are perfect for cutting even and thin slices through large cuts of meat, fruit, and vegetables
- INNOVATIVE PROTECTION: Our blade boasts an ionic silver PVD coating to prevent growth of unwanted organic contaminants for extra culinary safety; the provided sheath and case allow you to preserve your knife with care
- PRECISION AND COMFORT IN ONE: Built with a 66-layer Damascus VG10 stainless steel blade and an ergonomic fiberglass G10 handle with signature mosaic pin, this kitchen knife provides both durability and balanced control for comfortable use
Specifications
- Material: VG-10 Stainless Steel, G-10 Fiberglass, Ionic Silver Oxide
- Rockwell Hardness: 58-60
- Blade Dimensions: 12 x 2 in. (29.5 x2.8 cm)
- Blade Thickness: 0.1 in. (1.8 mm)
- Edge Angle: 8-12°
- Overall Length: 16.8 in. (42.6 cm)
- Net Weight: 10.5 oz. (299 g)
- Warranty: Lifetime
Package List
- 1x Damascus Slicing Knife
- 1x Sheath
- 1x 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.
FAQS
What makes the Kyoku Shogun Gin Series Slicing Knife unique?
This slicing 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 Slicing 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 Slicing Knife suitable for?
Slicing roasts, turkey, ham, and fish into thin, even portions. Perfect for professional chefs and home hosts carving large roasts and proteins.
Does the Shogun Gin Series Slicing Knife come with accessories?
Yes, the knife comes complete with its own sheath and case for safe preservation and storage.
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