KYOKU Paring Knife - 3.5 - Shogun Series - Japanese VG10 Steel Core Damascus Blade

Inspired by the honor and integrity of master Japanese bladesmiths, Kyoku's mission is to make high-end Japanese cutlery affordable for pro chefs and home cooks worldwide. After the samurai declined in 1868, these swordsmiths applied their skills to cutlery with unprecedented innovation, driving Kyoku's passion for culinary creativity and keeping the brand on the cutting edge of handcrafted cutlery.

Kyoku's Shogun Series represents the apex of modern Japanese cutlery, with blades made of cryogenically-hardened VG-10 steel wrapped between Damascus steel folded 33 times. This fusion of ultramodern technology and ancient craftsmanship results in a scalpel-thin blade edge with powerful nonstick performance, unparalleled sharpness, flexibility, and corrosion resistance.

The 3.5" Japanese small paring knife from Kyoku's Shogun Series weighs merely 4 oz. yet performs flawlessly, with its high-quality 67-layered stainless Damascus steel blade that has been cryogenically treated for heightened wear-resistance. The gorgeous herringbone pattern on the base of the tang unveils the stunning craftsmanship and the paring knife's luxurious identity.

Crafted using time-honored sword making methods, each Kyoku custom knife appears unique and features a thinner, harder, and sharper blade than western knives. The knife's exclusive appearance is accented by a hammer-beaten wave pattern that gives way to a traditional Damascus steel design, while the ergonomic handle is artistically accented with an engraved mosaic pin.

The full-tang construction, where the metal blade extends the entire length of the handle, allows the knife to withstand punishing daily use without sacrificing comfortable handling and balanced performance. Sharpened to an 8 to 12 degree edge using the traditional 3-step Honbazuke method, this small kitchen knife delivers exceedingly precise cuts ideal for peeling vegetables, mincing herbs, coring fruit, and more.

Kyoku's Shogun Series knives, including the 6" utility chef knife, 7" boning knife, 7" Nakiri knife, 7" vegetable cleaver, 8" hammered chef knife, and 8.5" Kiritsuke knife, all feature the same exceptional craftsmanship and performance. Backed by a lifetime warranty and Kyoku's friendly 24/7 customer service, these knives provide home chefs and culinary professionals alike with an unparalleled cooking experience.

product information: