Japanese Densho Kotai Damascus Steel Knives

Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, the Densho Kotai Japanese Damascus Steel Knives are the expression of Japanese culinary heritage. Their hammered Damascus steel blades of excellent quality are pure craftsmanship. They stand out for their ultra-sharp edge, which stays precise cut after cut, and for their black pakka wood octagonal handle, which gives them great elegance and makes their grip very comfortable and secure. A set of unique knives, of great beauty and limited production, that cannot be missing in your kitchen.

Densho knives are the result of craftsmanship carefully preserved and passed down through generations. The hammered Damascus blades, handmade with Japanese stainless steel, are the perfect combination of beauty and precision. Each knife comes in an elegant bamboo wood box.

What distinguishes Kotai knives

Kotai knives are born from the perseverance and passion of Jeremie Plane, the brand's founder, to achieve the perfect knife, a knife with the edge, precision, and aesthetics of Japanese knives, and the durability and ease of maintenance of Western knives. Lightweight, precise, and sharp like Japanese knives, and as durable, rust-resistant, and easy to maintain as German knives,

KOTAI knives are the perfect balance between Japanese and German knives, combining the best virtues of both worlds.This balance is a primary requirement for Kotai and is reflected both in the manufacturing process and in the characteristics of their knives:

Weight balance

• . Perfectly distributed between the handle and the blade, so that comfort of use is maximized and effort and fatigue are minimized, even after very prolonged use.Balance in blade geometry
• . Kotai knife blades are a hybrid between German and Japanese blades, allowing precise cutting and a rocking motion for easy chopping.Balance between tradition and modernity
• . The combination of the best traditional craftsmanship with modern steel tempering technology creates the ultimate tool for professional and amateur chefs. Each knife requires 138 steps and more than 2 months to manufacture before undergoing rigorous testing, resulting in flawless, powerful, precise, durable, beautiful, and perfectly balanced knives. Balance in the steel's chemical composition
• . Kotai knives are made only with the finest high-end Japanese 440C steel. Its higher carbon content, balanced with the perfect amount of chromium to prevent corrosion, gives the blades exceptional hardness, great wear resistance, and excellent edge retention. Why choose Densho Kotai Japanese Damascus Steel Knives

Densho knives are made in Seki (Japan), a world-renowned cutlery center

, combining the tradition of Japanese craftsmanship with the performance of modern metallurgy. This limited production collection represents the balance between a millenary heritage and the greatest innovation.Their

hammered Damascus blades are made of Japanese VG-10 stainless steel of the highest quality and are meticulously handmade by expert cutlers. Their carbon content results in a blade with greater durability and resistance, and an ultra-sharp edge that lasts longer.Each knife is exceptional and unique. Made with

half tang, they are very manageable and lightweight, offering precise and very efficient cutting. The black pakka wood octagonal handle polished by hand provides perfect balance and a very comfortable grip. Densho Kotai knives have a

premium presentation, perfect for caring for them as they deserve and making them an ideal gift. Each knife comes in an elegant bamboo wood box. Features

Japanese Damascus steel knives with black pakka wood octagonal handle.

• Made in Seki, Japan, a world-renowned cutlery center.
• 100% handcrafted manufacturing.
• Knives handmade by master cutlers.
• Hammered blade.
• Perfectly balanced half tang.
• Very lightweight and manageable. Perfect weight distribution.
• Japanese VG-10 Damascus steel with high carbon content (contains twice the carbon of other premium steels).
• Blade forged with 67 layers of steel.
• Blade heat-treated to reach a hardness of HRC 61 +/- 1
• Steel heat treatment: cryogenic..
• Double bevel blade.
• Unmatched cutting precision.
• Blade angle: 15˚, symmetrical sharpening 50/50.
• Ultra-sharp. M
• aintains its impeccable edge cut after cut.Rust resistant.
• Black pakka wood handle, known for its antibacterial properties, water resistance, and durability.
• Hand-polished octagonal handle. Firm and comfortable grip for total control.
• Premium and elegant presentation, in a bamboo box.
• Sustainably grown bamboo.
• Lifetime warranty.
• Hand wash and dry immediately. Not dishwasher safe.
• Do not cut on hard surfaces (metal, ceramic, marble), bones, or frozen foods.
• Knives and uses

Universal.

• Precise, agile, and ideal for quick cuts, it is an all-purpose knife thanks to its medium-sized blade with a flat profile. It is ideal for chopping vegetables and fruits, slicing meats, and preparing fish.Chef 18 and 20.
• Comfortable, precise, sharp, and multipurpose. Due to their flexible and narrower blade, they are agile and well-balanced knives, offering a very comfortable grip and handling. They are also ideal for precise filleting of all types of foods. Chef 19
• . Comfortable, precise, sharp, and multipurpose. It differs from the 18 and 20 cm chef knives by the pointed blade design, which gives it greater precision and makes it ideal for the most delicate and careful cuts. Its balance, good grip, and very comfortable handling make it perfect for cutting and filleting all types of foods. Measurements

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