Kiritsuke knife - Kane Tsune

Are you looking for a quality kitchen knife for yourself or as a gift?

The Kiritsuke knife , originally from Japan, has a straight blade spine which falls towards the tip unlike the Western chef's knife, whose blade spine is rounded. This Japanese kitchen knife is equipped with a high and pointed blade.

When to use the Kiritsuke knife?

Its asymmetrical blade makes this knife an excellent ambidextrous knife. So if you are left-handed or have difficulty finding suitable equipment, this knife will be your ally.

The use of Kiritsuke remains very varied in cooking. The end of the blade allows you to cut very finely and enhance your foods such as raw fish with rich flesh, meats, fresh herbs, fruits, etc.

The finish of the blade gives you excellent cutting and robustness.

This top-of-the-range model of superior quality is equally suitable for professionals, restaurant chefs and amateurs and cooking lovers.

It offers you comfort and safety in cutting your kitchen foods with:

• Its 170 mm blade with a Blue Paper Steel 2 core made of high carbon steel (approximately 1.2%) and tungsten (approximately 1.25%) all surrounded by several layers of softer steel, its hardness is at 61/62 HRC, gives you a sharp and rigid blade. It will provide perfect resistance against micro shocks due to daily cutting and therefore a long lifespan always of the same quality.

• Its traditional Japanese D-shaped handle gives you a pleasant grip, made of sandalwood , its virtue is high resistance to bacteria, and depending on the maturity of the tree, it is considered precious. The top of the handle is completed by a black Pakkawood bolster, a material resistant to humidity and temperature variations.

This Kiritsuke knife with its refined design is handcrafted in Japan in the town of Seki, known locally for the manufacture of superior quality knives, for professional cooking.

Try it, you won't be able to do without it!

Using advice :

The blade contains a higher than average level of carbon, so it will be more susceptible to corrosion. If it is not washed and dried properly, it may rust. Store in a dry place.

Please note : for optimal preservation of its qualities and long-term performance, this knife is not dishwasher safe. Simply hand wash with mild soap, rinse and dry immediately.

Despite its above-average rigidity, like any knife, the Kiritsuke knife must be well sharpened to maintain the quality of its edge. You can sharpen the blade using a sharpening stone , preferably. In addition, always use a cutting board, this way you preserve the edge of the blade longer.