Shogun Series KYOKU Kiritsuke Chef Knife 8.5 - Japanese VG10 Steel Core Forged Damascus Blade with Sheath & Case

Kyoku was inspired by the honor and integrity of master Japanese bladesmiths, who applied their skills to cutlery with unprecedented innovation after the decline of the samurai in 1868. Our mission is to make high-end Japanese cutlery affordable for professional chefs and home cooks worldwide, fueled by our passion for culinary creativity and the cutting edge of handcrafted knives.

The 8.5" Kiritsuke chef knife from Kyoku's premier Shogun series is the ideal multi-purpose knife for your kitchen, painstakingly manufactured with 67-layered stainless Damascus steel. Designed to be a slicing and push-cut specialist, the gorgeous herringbone pattern on the base of the tang unveils the stunning craftsmanship and luxurious identity of this blade.

The Kyoku Shogun Series represents the apex of modern Japanese cutlery, made of cryogenically-hardened VG-10 steel wrapped between Damascus steel folded 33 times. This series retains an ultrafine edge and resists corrosion to outlast the competition. Each blade is cryogenically treated using the traditional 3-step Honbazuke method, ensuring incredible hardness, flexibility, and corrosion resistance. The hollow-edge design prevents food from sticking to the blade.

Time-honored sword making methods make each Kyoku custom knife appear unique, resulting in a thinner, harder, and sharper blade than Western knives. We blend ultramodern technology with ancient craftsmanship to create a scalpel-thin blade edge with powerful non-stick performance. The exclusive appearance is accented by a hammer-beaten wave pattern that gives way to a traditional Damascus steel design, and the ergonomic handle is artistically accented with an engraved mosaic pin, revealing this knife's luxurious identity.

The metal blade extends the entire length of the handle, providing full-tang construction to withstand punishing daily use without sacrificing comfortable handling and balanced performance. Kyoku's lifetime warranty and friendly 24/7 customer service allow you to order this Shogun-class knife with peace of mind.

In addition to the 8.5" Kiritsuke, the Kyoku Shogun series includes a 3.5" paring knife, 6" utility chef knife, 7" boning knife, 7" Nakiri knife, 7" Santoku knife, and 7" vegetable cleaver. Each features Japanese VG10 steel blades, G10 handles with mosaic pins, and full-tang construction, delivering an unparalleled cooking experience.

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