Kai Shun Tim Malzer Premier Santoku Knife 18cm

For over 115 years, the KAI company has been producing cutlery in the traditional of legendary samurai of ancient Japan. The desire to preserve ancient traditions and combine them with innovative techniques is not a contradiction but forms the basis for new products that honour the Japanese art of forging while meeting modern demands. With highest quality standards, KAI has made it its mission to produce special knives for everyday use. Made from natural resources, shaped, and designed according to the expertise of the ancient Samurai blacksmithing art, KAI products are a symbol of Japanese craftmanship made with the highest precision.
* Blade length 18 cm* Handle length: 12 cm* Blade material: 32-layer Damascus steel* Cut: both sides* Brown walnut wood handle* Blade hardness: 61a1 HRC* Blade height: 5 cm
KAI SANTOKU 18 CM, TIM MaLZERKai Santoku Tim Malzer is suitable for all purposes. The traditional Japanese utility knife is the most popular knife in Japan. But it is just as suitable for European cuisine. The Kai Santoku Tim Malzer has an 18 cm long blade made of 32 layers of Damascus steel, which is further refined by the hand-Carvingmered surface. The symmetrical handle is made of brown-grained walnut wood and is suitable for left and right-handed users. Santoku translates to "three virtues" and is perfect for cutting meat, fish, and vegetables.
For the trend-setting Shun Premier Tim Malzer series, KAI developed six more knives made of 32 layers of corrosion-resistant Damascus steel. This is refined with a hand-finished Carvingmered surface, known in Japan as Tsuchime, thus combining timeless aesthetics and ultimate sharpness. The blades have a solid core made of VG-10 steel with a hardness of 61a1 HRC. Analogous to the limited anniversary knife, the series also placed emphasis on optimal grip in addition to extreme hardness. The Shun Premier Tim Malzer series offers professional cutting tools from bread knives to Santoku, which will set new standards in the premium segment with maximum functionality in a timeless design.True to Tim Malzer's premise: A good knife not only makes work easier, but also helps to succeed. Each of the carefully crafted Damascus knives has been meticulously tailored to its respective area of application by the Japanese blacksmiths from Seki City. Due to the particularly symmetrical shape of their walnut handle, all shapes also guarantee precise cutting performance for both right- and left-handed people.
KAI SANTOKU 18 CM, TIM MaLZER - CAREIn order for you to enjoy the knives for a long time, you need a certain amount of care. Rinse the Kai Santoku under hot water after each use, then dry it thoroughly with a soft tea towel. The Kai Santoku Tim Malzer is not dishwasher safe, as the salts of the cleaning agents damage the blades and wooden handles. Knives with natural wood handles should be greased with a vegetable oil from time to time.
KAI SANTOKU 18 CM, TIM MaLZER - STORAGEKeep the Kai Santoku Tim Malzer safe and secure, and make sure that the knife blade does not come into contact with other metallic objects. Either a knife block, a wooden drawer insert, magnetic holder or blade protector is suitable for storage.