Kiritsuke chef knife, 19.5 cm (7.7") blade. The Kiritsuke (切付包丁) has a distinctive tip called “reverse Tanto” or “K-tip”, allowing for more precision than a classic blade shape.
Japanese precision, Western robustness.
The best of both worlds.
Specifications:
* Made in Tsubame, Japan
* Razor-sharp 1K6 stainless steel
* Rust-resistant
* Hammered blade
* Full tang
* Black pakkawood handle
* HRC hardness: 59 +/-1
* Weight: 173 g (6.1 oz)
* Perfectly balanced for comfort
* Individual gift box
* Lifetime warranty
Product description :
The Kiritsuke can perform versatile functions and is the favorite go-to knife of many Japanese chefs.
In fact, in most fine restaurants only the head chef is allowed to use it, therefore the Kiritsuke is often considered to be a symbol of expertise and status.