The 7 Best Japanese Knives
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The 7 Best Japanese Knives
The best Japanese knives are sharp, precise, and comfortable to hold. We researched the top picks to slice, dice, mince, and more.
【Genuine Damascus Knife】 KEENZO Damascus Santoku knife cutting core forged from authentic Japanese “VG-10”. This steel is given an extraordinary
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High carbon content (1%) combined with special production techniques give exceptional hardness (HRC 60-62) to the core. The hardness allows the thinner blade edge, resulting in razor sharpness. High chromium content (14%) and other alloy components make it stainless. The hard VG-1 Gold is clad in softer stainless steel. This gives the blade an added toughness and durability. Handcrafted in Sakai Japan, where the master craftsmanship has been handed down generation to generation for centuries.
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Syosaku Japanese Chef Knife VG-1 Gold Stainless Steel Mahogany Handle, Gyuto 7-Inch (180mm)
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Shokunin USA - Kotetsu - Japanese Chef Knife - Pro
High Quality Stainless Steel – Our 420HC German steel blades are heat treated for optimum hardness and edge retention while maintaining the ability to
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Traditional Japanese Professional Santoku Kitchen Chef Knife – Premium 7-inch High Carbon Stainless Steel Ultra Sharp Knife with High Corrosive
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High carbon content (1%) combined with special production techniques give exceptional hardness (HRC 60-62) to the core. The hardness allows the thinner blade edge, resulting in razor sharpness. High chromium content (14%) and other alloy components make it stainless. The hard VG-1 Gold is clad in softer stainless steel. This gives the blade an added toughness and durability. Handcrafted in Sakai Japan, where the master craftsmanship has been handed down generation to generation for centuries.
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Syosaku Japanese Chef Knife VG-1 Gold Stainless Steel Mahogany Handle, Gyuto 7-Inch (180mm)
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Syosaku Japanese Multi Purpose Chef Knife Aoko(Blue Steel)-No.2 Black Pakkawood Handle, Santoku 7-Inch (180mm)
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5 Best Japanese Knives 2023, According to Food Network Kitchen
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Syosaku Japanese Multi Purpose Best Sharp Kitchen Chef Knife Aoko