Japanese slicing knife Yaxell ZEN 18cm blade damask 37 layers

Yaxell is a Japanese manufacturer of knives and cutting utensils. In business since the 1930s, its expertise stems directly from the ancestral design of the katana, blades renowned the world over for their formidable efficiency.

Yaxell strives to create kitchen knives that meet the needs and expectations of chefs everywhere. These exceptional blades will stand the test of time, ensuring you enjoy your work every time.

The ZEN range of knives will give you access to an incredible level of mastery!

This 18cm slicing knife is a concentrate of efficiency: its blade displays specific characteristics, both technical and visual.

It has a core of VG10 steel, a top-of-the-range and very expensive steel. Its specific composition (1% carbon, 15% chromium, 1% molybdenum, 0.2% vanadium and 1.5% cobalt) makes it very robust, and therefore very sharp. It achieves a hardness of 60HRC on the Rockwell scale.

This core is then surrounded by 36 alternating layers of hard and soft steel (18 layers on each side): this is the damascening process. This goldsmith's technique is used to give the blade complementary strength and suppleness.

Finally, this knife features a hammered surface on its upper side, creating a delicate alchemy with the damascened layer below. The micro-alveoli created by the hammering will enable you to cut your food more effectively, as it will stick less to the surface.

The handle of this knife contributes to the overall harmony of the piece. Made from canvas micarta, it is extremely durable. Quite simply, you'll be able to use it for years without it moving a millimeter.

Composed of 40% resin and 60% linen, this composite material is extremely durable and resistant to temperature variations. It can withstand heat of up to 150°C! It is also highly resistant to moisture. Because of this capacity, micarta will not shrink, preventing any gaps from forming between the blade and the micarta. What's more, this special material has been approved by the American FDA (Food and Drug Administration) for use in professional kitchens.

Finally, 2 rivets join the various parts of the handle, making this knife a truly solid piece of equipment.

To care for it, wash it gently and dry it immediately afterwards to preserve its beauty. While the damascus is made of stainless steel, the VG10 core contains a high carbon content, which is more sensitive to corrosion. If the blade is not damp, it will retain all its splendor.

Its meticulous styling and impeccable finish will make it almost a collector's item in your kitchen equipment. The combination of handle and delicate blade ensures ideal harmony...

Traditional Japanese art takes center stage with the Zen collection from Yaxell!

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