Kai Shun Premier Chef & Utility Knife Set

A pair of versatile Japanese knives with textured blades that improves performance and durability. Part of the chef-designed Kai Shun Premier series, which is equally suitable for left- and right-handed users. —DETAILS— Renowned Japanese knifemakers Kai Shun teamed up with German chef Tim Mälzer to create the Kai Shun Premier range, featuring multi-textured steel blades that are both hard and flexible at once, plus symmetrical wooden handles that are suitable for both left- and right-handed cooks. In this series, every blade’s back down to its middle has been hand-hammered 
to create an effect known as ‘tsuchime’; in addition to looking beautiful, these air pockets prevent food from sticking to the knife as you prep. The core of hard VG MAX steel is surrounded by 32 layers of Damascus steel and forged in a steep, tapered V-shape that provides incredible durability, sharpness, and edge retention. A continuous tang in the handle ensures stability and balance when cutting, and the overall lightness of the knife makes it a joy to use. This two-knife set features an all-purpose chef’s knife (20cm) and a smaller, straighter utility knife (15cm), both of which are endlessly versatile. (When preparing meat with any Japanese knife, make sure to avoid hitting bones directly with too much force, as this may chip the blade.) Read our Japanese knife care guide here. —BENEFITS— ‘A professional chef’s input has helped make a knife all avid cooks will greatly appreciate, like the air pockets and comfortable, tarnish-proof handle that looks good as new even after heavy use—because Kai Shun Premier knives are made to be used heavily, staying sharp for long stretches of time. The engraved bull’s head at the bottom adds a nice, subtle touch.’