Kuronawa G3 Damascus Handcrafted Japanese Chef's Knife 21cm

A knife useful every day

The Wusaki Kuronawa G3 damascus Japanese chef's knife, 21cm, is made by the Tsunehisa cutlery workshop in Japan. It offers, for instance, excellent efficiency and a pleasant grip, all while looking strikingly stylish. As a chef's knife (gyuto), it's versatile by design (meat, fish, vegetables...). There's no reason to wait to equip yourself with genuine Japanese quality through this useful, good-looking knife!

A blade as visual as it is technical

With its damascus structure, the blade is made up of several alternating layers of steel. At its center, a Ginsan steel core, a Japanese steel with a carbon content of 0.95%, gives the edge extra hardness and rigidity for a better-holding edge. You can see the steels blending together through the unique metallic waves created on the cutting surface. Hardness sits at 59/60 HRC on the Rockwell scale, making it easy to sharpen while holding its edge well. What's more, the knife benefits from an attractive hammering across the upper surface of its blade.

An octagonal ebony handle

This Japanese knife features an ebony handle, a wood species resistant to impact, vibration and moisture. Its dark tones make this noble wood a true visual feature. With its octagonal shape, it suits different cooks well, whether right- or left-handed. A black buffalo horn bolster rounds out the whole (being a natural material, slight color differences may be observed).

An authentic, clean design

Between the damascus, the hammering, the polished finish and the handsome dark ebony handle, this knife has a timeless look that can appeal to every cook.

Care for the knife by hand, without letting the handle get too wet. Wipe the knife dry with a soft cloth before putting it away.

A knife born from authentic Japanese craftsmanship

Use

• Cut with a straight, linear motion. Twisting motions damage the cutting edge and can break the blade.
• Use a wooden cutting board. Glass or marble dull the cutting edge over time.

Cleaning

• Wash by hand with a soft sponge and mild soap, then rinse with lukewarm water. Abrasive surfaces are not suitable for the steel.
• Oil the blade from time to time with a neutral mineral oil to protect it.

Sharpening

• Don't wait until the blade is completely dull: regular maintenance on a 1000-grit whetstone keeps an excellent cutting edge without removing too much material.
• Match the whetstone's grit to the condition of the blade — coarse grit to restore a very dull edge, fine grit to polish.

Shipping

• Dispatch: within 24 to 48 hours after payment confirmation, for in-stock products.
• Delivery time: 3 to 7 days in mainland France, 5 to 10 days in Belgium.
• Fees: free shipping in mainland France. To Belgium, fees vary depending on the parcel's weight.
• Tracking: a tracking number is emailed to you as soon as your order ships.

Returns

• Returns accepted up to 60 days after purchase; the item must be new, unused, and in its original packaging.
• Refund within 10 business days after the return is received.
• If you exercise your right of withdrawal, the original shipping fees are deducted from the refund.