Hand Hammered Kiritsuke Chef Knife – Japanese Stainless Steel
Hand Hammered Kiritsuke Chef Knife – Japanese Stainless Steel
Hand Hammered Japanese Kiritsuke Chef Knife
Elevate your kitchen game with this stunning Hand Hammered Kiritsuke Chef Knife — a versatile, professional-grade blade crafted in the iconic Japanese style. Whether you're slicing sashimi, carving meat, dicing fruit, or chopping vegetables, this multi-purpose knife delivers precision and control with every cut.
Why You'll Love This Knife
- Hand Hammered Finish: The distinctive hammered blade texture reduces food sticking and adds a beautiful artisan aesthetic to your kitchen.
- Sharp Stainless Steel Blade: Forged from high-quality stainless steel with a blade angle exceeding 60°, the edge stays razor-sharp and is easy to maintain.
- Kiritsuke Style Design: The iconic angular tip gives you the versatility of both a chef's knife and a slicing knife — ideal for Japanese-style precision cutting techniques.
- Comfortable Wooden Handle: The 13cm wooden handle provides a balanced, ergonomic grip for confident, fatigue-free use during long prep sessions.
- Lightweight & Well-Balanced: Weighing just 96.5g, this knife offers an excellent balance between blade and handle for smooth, controlled cuts.
- Multi-Purpose Use: Perfect for sashimi, fish, meat, poultry, fruit, and vegetables — a true all-rounder for home cooks and culinary enthusiasts alike.
Specifications
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length | 15 cm |
| Blade Angle | >60° |
| Handle Material | Wood |
| Handle Length | 13 cm |
| Item Weight | 96.5 g |
| Knife Type | Chef Knife (Kiritsuke) |
| Country of Origin | Made in Mainland China |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes a Kiritsuke knife different from a regular chef's knife?
A: The Kiritsuke knife features a distinctive angled, pointed tip that combines the functions of a traditional Japanese chef's knife (gyuto) and a slicing knife (yanagiba). This makes it exceptionally versatile for precision tasks like slicing sashimi, breaking down meat, and fine vegetable work — all with a single blade.
Q: Is the stainless steel blade easy to maintain and sharpen?
A: Yes! The high-quality stainless steel used in this Kiritsuke knife is both durable and easy to sharpen. Regular honing with a whetstone or knife steel will keep the edge at its best. The stainless steel composition also makes it resistant to rust and discoloration with proper care.
Q: Is this knife suitable for beginner home cooks?
A: Absolutely. While the Kiritsuke style is a favourite among professional chefs, the lightweight design (96.5g) and well-balanced wooden handle make it accessible and enjoyable for home cooks of all skill levels. It's a fantastic all-purpose knife that can handle nearly every kitchen cutting task.