Discover a Japanese kitchen knife that combines tradition with modern performance! Designed in Seki, the historic heart of Japanese cutlery, this 16cm utility knife features a damascened VG10 blade with a rough forged and hammered finish. Agile and well-balanced, it adapts to all kitchen gestures thanks to an ideal compromise between finesse and strength!
A high-performance blade for this Japanese utility knife
The 16cm blade of this all-purpose knife is fashioned from a core of VG10 steel (1% carbon), surrounded by 33 layers of stainless steel for a damascened structure: conferring sturdiness and irresistible aesthetics! With a high carbon content offering a hardness of 60HRC on the Rockwell scale, this Japanese kitchen knife ensures a long-lasting razor-sharp edge while remaining easy to handle. The rough forged finish and hammering reduce food adherence, making every cut easier and adding character to your Damascus knife!
A damascus knife with an ergonomic pakkawood handle
The pakkawood handle, a moisture-resistant composite material, ensures excellent durability and a warm feel. Its traditional Japanese D-shape guarantees a stable, secure grip, suitable for all hands: left- and right-handed alike! A bolster, also in pakkawood, completes the handle and adds a touch of design.
Summary of features and benefits of this damascus knife
- 33-layer damascus VG10 blade: visual beauty and long-lasting edge
- Rockwell 60 HRC
hardness
- : clean, long-lasting cut
- Forged and hammered finish: less grip, improved glide
- D-shaped pakkawood handle: ergonomic, robust, hygienic
- Made in Seki: authentic, time-honored craftsmanship
Hand-wash only, then dry immediately. Sharpen regularly with a Japanese stone (1000 to 3000 grit). Avoid cutting bone or frozen products. Store in a block or sheath to preserve sharpness.
Zoom on Shizu Hamono knives
Founded in 1960 in Seki, the Shizu family is renewing Japanese cutlery with traditional know-how and innovation. The Gen range is the fruit of months of research to master this raw finish. Each kitchen knife combines beauty, strength and performance, with a pakkawood handle and damascened VG10 blade, a reflection of Seki's excellence.
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