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Kiritsuke Knife

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If you're going to own one kitchen knife, make it this one.

The Essential Japanese Damascus Steel Kiritsuke Knife does it all — from slicing through meat and cabbage to deftly chopping vegetables for fine knife work. Made with versatility in mind, it's favored by experienced Japanese chefs for a reason.

But unlike other high-quality knives, this kiritsuke hits The Essential trifecta.

Craftsmanship at its finest
Made through over 40 meticulous steps with upgraded AUS-10V steel from Tokai, Japan. Incredibly hard, it stays sharper longer, meaning less sharpening and more precision.

Balanced for every task
The full tang design offers perfect balance and weight, making it light enough for detailed work, yet powerful enough to handle large cuts like watermelon and cabbage.

Unmatched value
At a fraction of the price of similar knives, it brings premium quality, edge retention, and ergonomic comfort to your kitchen without breaking the bank.

Italian Olive Wood
Italian Olive Wood is an ideal choice for knife handles, providing exceptional durability and moisture resistance due to its dense structure and natural oils. The intricate grain and rich golden hues give each handle a unique look, and its solid feel ensures a well-balanced grip. Over time, the wood develops even more character, making it both a practical and luxurious addition.

AUS-10V Steel
Crafted from AUS-10V steel by Aichi Steel in Tokai, Japan, this blade features 1.05% carbon content for exceptional strength and durability. Its superior edge retention ensures a razor-sharp blade that lasts, making it ideal for precision work.

Damascus Steel
Each blade is crafted by repeatedly heating, hammering, and folding steel layers by hand. This traditional process creates distinctive striations that naturally reduce drag while slicing.

Kiritsuke Blade
The pronounced angled tip makes quick work of both fine slicing and a tidy dice. The wide blade can smash garlic and ginger and easily scoop up chopped food to transfer.

15° Dual Bevel
Hand sharpened to a precise 15° on each side, resulting in a razor-sharp edge that offers versatility for both right- and left-handed users.

Full Tang
A full tang runs the entire length of the knife, providing intentional weight and balance. This design allows the knife to tackle large tasks like cutting watermelon and meat while retaining the agility needed for fine dicing and precise knife work.

Ergonomic Hexagonal Handle
Our modern take on the traditional octagonal handle, ours is hexagonal to be more ergonomic with edges for slip free handling.

Total Length: 13.2 inches
Blade Length: 8 inches
Handle Length: 5.2 inches
Wide point of blade: 2 inches

A Versatile Masterpiece

Say hi to the Kiritsuke — the Japanese answer to the Western Chef knife.

The Kiritsuke's pointed blade tip is perfect for precision cuts while the flat heel is great for ‘rock chopping.’ Meanwhile, any portion can be used to ‘push’, or ‘pull’ cut. In other words, throw out the other knives.

The Kiritsuke is all you really need.

Slices Cleanly & Smoothly

The pronounced angled tip makes quick work of both fine slicing and a tidy dice.

Rock Chopping

The subtle curve of the blade makes it easier for rock chopping or mincing.

Smashes Garlic & Ginger

The wide blade is perfect for smashing ginger and garlic cloves flat.

Scoops Easily

Easily scoop up chopped foods to transfer to a mixing bowl or pan.

The Kiritsuke Knife

Craftsmanship at its finest
Made through over 40 meticulous steps with upgraded AUS-10V steel from Tokai, Japan. Incredibly hard, it stays sharper longer, meaning less sharpening and more precision.

Balanced for every task
The full tang design offers perfect balance and weight, making it light enough for detailed work, yet powerful enough to handle large cuts like watermelon and cabbage.

Unmatched value
At a fraction of the price of similar knives, it brings premium quality, edge retention, and ergonomic comfort to your kitchen without breaking the bank.

Beautiful Italian Olive Wood Handle

High Durability — A dense structure (900 kg/m³) makes it resistant to wear, perfect for frequent use.

Moisture Resistance — High density and natural oils make the handle naturally water resistant.

Ergonomic Grip — Offers a solid, balanced feel with a smooth finish—substantial enough to tackle whole watermelons while also deftly handling fine knife work.

An Absolute Kitchen Workhorse

Vacuum Heat Treated

The gold standard for knife treatment, vacuum heat treatment means each blade is precisely heated in a vacuum-sealed environment and cooled. This process enhances hardness, strength, and corrosion resistance, resulting in a sharper, longer-lasting edge while preserving the steel’s purity.

Hand Forged and Folded

Each blade is crafted by repeatedly heating, hammering, and folding steel layers by hand. This traditional process creates distinctive wavy patterns while enhancing the blade’s strength, toughness, and flexibility. The resulting even carbon distribution reduces impurities, resulting in a durable, long-lasting sharp edge.

AUS-10V Steel

Crafted from AUS-10V steel produced by Aichi Steel in Tokai, Japan, this blade boasts a 1.05% carbon content, making it exceptionally strong and durable, with impressive edge retention for long-lasting sharpness.

Superior Edge Retention

With a rating of 60-62 on the Rockwell hardness scale, knife is long-lasting, durable, and corrosion, chip, and stain-resistant.

15° Dual Bevel

Hand sharpened to a precise 15° on each side, resulting in a razor-sharp edge that offers versatility for both right- and left-handed users.

Craftsmanship and Value

Handcrafted by expert artisans
Made to order in over 40 meticulous steps
Crafted with care in China from premium Japanese steel
Ships directly from the manufacturer for unmatched savings

Price Comparison

The Essential

Price $95
Material High-carbon Japanese stainless steel
Process Hand forged and folded
Design Kiritsuke, full-tang

Sur La Table

Price $330
Material High-carbon Japanese stainless steel
Process Hand forged and folded
Design Kiritsuke, full-tang

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