{"product_id":"kiritsuke-knife-210-mm-bunka-san-mai-collection","title":"Bunka San-Mai Collection - Kiritsuke Chef Knife - 21cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eClick\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=24c97vswmDk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eto watch the product presentation video.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKiritsuke 21 cm - Bunka San-Mai collection\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Kiritsuke is the equivalent of the French chef's knife, being able to cut everything except bones and frozen foods. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Kiritsuke is recognizable by its angular and inverted blade profile (reverse Tanto profile); this particular geometry gives it more precision than a classic rounded profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Kiristuke, a versatile knife, is the model of choice for many Japanese chefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, in fine restaurants, only the head chef is allowed to use it; this is why Kiritsuke is often considered a symbol of expertise and status.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged with three-ply AUS-10 steel, a premium steel that combines a high carbon content for hardness and edge longevity with the optimal amount of chromium to prevent oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hidden full tang – a single piece of steel running from the tip of the blade to the end of the handle – gives the paring knife ideal balance and exceptional durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJapanese precision, Western robustness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe best of both worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Handmade\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Japanese three-layer AUS-10 stainless steel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Full silk\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e*ebony handle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* HRC hardness: 61 +\/- 1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Weight: 190 g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Blade 21 cm, total length 33 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Perfectly balanced\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Bamboo saya (sheath) included with each knife\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Lifetime warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSan-Mai - the new collection from KOTAI\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“San Mai” means “three layers” in Japanese, and refers to a traditional technique consisting of forging together three steels with complementary properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt its heart, a high-carbon AUS-10 steel core - tempered to reach a hardness of HRC 61 - gives the blade a very fine edge as well as excellent durability over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn either side of the cutting edge, two layers of softer steel protect this hard core, reinforcing the blade's resistance to impact and oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth precise and durable, the San-Mai blade offers an ideal balance between cutting performance, ease of maintenance and durability. Its refined aesthetic subtly reveals the steel junction line, the unique signature of its construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBunka San-Mai range\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t\t\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eElegance and tradition are the key words of the Bunka collection, inspired by Japanese culture (文化 “bunka”), and in particular traditional cuisine.\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t\t\t\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmbodying the authenticity and essence of Japanese culture, the collection includes exceptional knives to enhance your culinary experience: Kiritsuke, Santoku, Petty universal knife and paring knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blades in this range are distinguished by their angular, inverted blade profile (commonly known as “inverted Tanto profile” or “K-tip”), giving them unrivaled precision and favoring neat cuts compared to classic, rounded blade profiles. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBunka knives are also characterized by their octagonal handle in hand-polished ebony wood, a material recognized and highly appreciated for its hardness and resistance to humidity. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeyond the aesthetic appeal, the hammering of the “Tsuchime” (槌目) blade creates small air pockets between the blade and the slices of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis ancestral Japanese method prevents food from sticking to the blade for pleasant and quick cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KOTAI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56217315180923,"sku":"KT-SG-001B-SM","price":109.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0002\/7600\/4882\/files\/1-KT-SG-001B-SM.jpg?v=1776946093","url":"https:\/\/thebradery.com\/en\/products\/kiritsuke-knife-210-mm-bunka-san-mai-collection","provider":"The Bradery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}