fish knives

The KAI Kiritsuke Green Special Edition is a knife from the SHUN Classic series, in a limited edition of 600 numbered pieces and an object of desire for all fans who requested a collector's item within the KAI Shun Classic series.

Blade: laminated, 61HRC VG-MAX stainless steel and 32-layer damascus
Handle: bero and jade green laminated wood
Blade length: 150 mm.
Blade thickness: 2.5 mm.
Total length: 275 mm.
Notes: not dishwasher safe

Limited edition of 600 pieces and numbered on each knife

The BEYOND series is the line of top-of-the-range professional knives produced by the Japanese MCUSTA ZANMAI for the year 2020.

The handles of the Beyond series are made of Hinoki wood and as per tradition have a decorative rivet with mosaic. The three-layer blade, with the two external stainless steel and the internal core in Aogami Super carbon (Super Blue Steel) is hardened to 62-63 HRC. Each knife is packaged in a wooden gift box with a bow.

Production: Semi-artisanal
Blade: 3-layer steel - stainless steel extrene plates, Aogami Super core (Super Blue carbon steel) 62-63 HRC
Handle: Hinoki wood
Blade length: 270 mm.
Blade thickness: 2 mm.
Total length: 432 mm
Weight: 180g.
Notes: not dishwasher safe
Packaging: elegant wooden box

Steel specifications:

Aogami Super (Hitachi Metals Ltd.) is one of the best Japanese carbon. In addition to containing more carbon, chromium and tungsten than Blue Steel, it also includes molybdenum. It has excellent cutting ability and excellent thread retention. Aogami Super is also capable of achieving high hardness without being brittle. Many knife enthusiasts consider Aogami Super to be one of the best high carbon steels in the world.

The city of Seki in Japan has been the center of producing the best Japanese blades since the mid-13th century. Natural choice thanks to its wealth of natural resources: sand, iron, coal and water, all important elements for the processing of blades. The techniques and skills of the ancient blacksmiths, handed down over the centuries, have currently been combined with modern technologies. The city of Seki still remains today the center of production of the best Japanese blades.

Mcusta knives are made in Seki and are the pinnacle of this synthesis between Japanese artisan tradition and modern technology. Each knife is assembled by hand, finished and checked by the craftsmen of the Mcusta team. Mcusta knives are considered among the best in the world!

Coltelleria Collini is the official distributor for Italy of MCUSTA Japanese knives

Takeshi Saji was born in 1948 in Takefu (Fukui prefecture), a city located roughly in the center of Japan and in the heart of an area for centuries devoted to the production of blades. His workshop is still there, built around the oven thanks to which, for several years now, Takeshi Saji forges steel (especially damascus) with which he makes various models of traditional Japanese knives. The choice of materials for the finishes (mainly natural), the essential lines - evocative of use - and the chromatic combinations of rare impact make his creations unique and unmistakable in the panorama of world cutlery and, at home, they have earned him the prestigious title of Master.

The blade is equipped with a central plate in Blue Steel carbon steel coated on the sides with layers of steel, brass and copper plates that help to increase the resistance to oxidation and resilience.

Once again, Master Saji has succeeded in creating an innovative new art style for his knives, combining the traditional "Sakura-Maki" handle and the striking rainbow Damascus blade.

The Petty is a small utility knife used for peeling, shaping, slicing fruit and vegetables, chopping herbs and making side dishes.

Intended use: utility knife, meat, fish, vegetables
Type of production: Artisan
Production Lama: Japan
Blade: Hand forged, in laminated damascus with Blue Steel carbon steel cutting edge (63 hrc) and side plates in stainless steel, copper and brass
Handle: Desert Ironwood
Blade length: 135mm.
Blade thickness: 2.5mm.
Total length: 245mm.
Weight: 131g.
Packaging: Wooden box
Notes: the knife is entirely handmade by Takeshi Saj

Use and maintenance

- Do not cut bones or frozen. The blade can chip or break.
- Hand wash with warm water and towel dry.
- Use stones for sharpening and maintenance of the blade.

The Shun Pro Sho series focuses exclusively on asymmetrically sharpened blades, i.e. on traditional Japanese shapes. Thanks to the high quality of workmanship and materials, this series is particularly suitable for intensive professional use.

The elegant design of the knife skilfully combines the classic Japanese formal language with western components.

Universal knife for meat and vegetables

The blade of the knife is made of VG10 steel of 61 ± 1 HRC
Handle: Walnut wood
Blade length: 210 mm.
Handle length: 120 mm.
Blade thickness: 2.5 mm.
Total length: 347 mm.
Weight: 250 g.
Notes: not dishwasher safe

Knife with asymmetrical sharpening, not suitable for left-handed people

Seki Magoroku Kinju

The Japanese filleting knives of the Seki Magoroku KK Yanagiba series are characterized by a puristic design and the octagonal handle in matt black pakka wood.

The extremely long and slender shape of the blade allows for thin and precise cuts, perfect for filleting fish. The blade of the Yanagiba series is ground on one side, made of stainless carbon steel, which meets the strict European standards and decorated with a soft and wavy line in a satin finish. The KK series combines robust quality with understated functionality.

Use: fish (sashimi and sushi)

Blade: MV 58HRC stainless steel
Country of production: Japan
Handle: in pakkawood, octagonal, with black nylon bolster
Sheath / Case: not supplied
Blade length: 270mm
Total length: 400mm
Blade thickness: 3mm
Handle length: 127mm
Weight: 280g

Maintenance: NOT dishwasher safe

Knife with asymmetric sharpening, not suitable for left-handed people

Seki Magoroku Kinju

The kitchen knives of the Seki Magoroku Kinju series are particularly light in hand and allow a precise cut; convince with their high functionality and durability.

The typical Japanese blade shape in combination with the simple dark wood handle creates a minimalist and impromptu aesthetic.

Use: fish (sashimi and sushi)

Blade: Stainless Steel MV 58HRC
Country of production: Japan
Handle: in pakkawood, octagonal, with black nylon bolster
Sheath / Case: not supplied
Blade length: 180mm
Total length: 310mm
Blade thickness: 2.5mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Weight: 119g

Maintenance: NOT dishwasher safe

Kyocera KyoTop KT300HIP black ceramic knife, limited edition, handcrafted and sharpened, with riveted wooden handle and wooden display case.

LAMA
of 21cm in zirconium oxide processed with HIP (Hot Isostatic Pressing) process at 20,000 tons per square meter; a normal ceramic knife is usually produced with pressures of 300 tons per square meter.

SHARPENING
traditional Japanese, asymmetrical, chisel-shaped, recommended exclusively for right-handed people.

HANDLE
14cm in pakkawood and makassar wood with aluminum rivets; pakkawood is mainly chosen for its low porosity which guarantees maximum hygiene even after years of continuous use.

PACKAGE
display case in solid wood.

USE
Ideal for working and filleting raw fish (sashimi).

MAINTENANCE
Hand wash with water and dish detergent, showing that you are passing abrasive sponges directly onto the blade edge. Dry with a clean cotton cloth and put away. For sharpening only contact sharpening centers specialized in high-end ceramic knives.

He was born in 1949 and is the 3rd generation of Okada Uchihamono. He is originally a blacksmith of gardening tools such as a sickle. In recent years, he has started to produce unique kitchen knife like your bought Takobiki. The Traditional Craftsman is the so-called Dentoukougeishi (Traditional Craftsman) which is the Accreditation Examination conducted by the Traditional Crafts Industry Promotion Association Foundation in accordance with Section 8 of Section 24 of the Act on Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries

Knife Features:

Use: meat / fish

Blade: CladSteel carbon steel with 62 / 64HRC White Paper Steel (Shirogami) cutting edge and 33-layer Damask "Suminagashi"
Origin Knife: Japanese craftsmanship
Handle: SandalWood, very hard and water resistant
Packing: in cardboard with Japanese writing
Length Blade: 265mm
Total Length: 410mm
Thickness Blade: 3.5mm to 3mm
Length Grip: 139mm
Weight: 162g

He was born in 1949 and is the 3rd generation of Okada Uchihamono. He is originally a blacksmith of gardening tools such as a sickle. In recent years, he has started to produce unique kitchen knife like your bought Takobiki. The Traditional Craftsman is the so-called Dentoukougeishi (Traditional Craftsman) which is the Accreditation Examination conducted by the Traditional Crafts Industry Promotion Association Foundation in accordance with Section 8 of Section 24 of the Act on Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries

Knife Features:

Use: vegetables / meat / fish

Blade: CladSteel carbon steel with 62 / 64HRC White Paper Steel (Shirogami) cutting edge and 33-layer Damask "Suminagashi"
Origin Knife: Japanese craftsmanship
Handle: SandalWood, very hard and water resistant
Packing: in cardboard with Japanese writing
Length Blade: 120mm
Total Length: 245mm
Thickness Blade: 3mm
Length Grip: 114mm
Weight: 78g

He was born in 1949 and is the 3rd generation of Okada Uchihamono. He is originally a blacksmith of gardening tools such as a sickle. In recent years, he has started to produce unique kitchen knife like your bought Takobiki. The Traditional Craftsman is the so-called Dentoukougeishi (Traditional Craftsman) which is the Accreditation Examination conducted by the Traditional Crafts Industry Promotion Association Foundation in accordance with Section 8 of Section 24 of the Act on Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries

Knife Features:

Use: vegetables / meat / fish

Blade: CladSteel carbon steel with 62 / 64HRC White Paper Steel (Shirogami) cutting edge and 33-layer Damask "Suminagashi"
Origin Knife: Japanese craftsmanship
Handle: SandalWood, very hard and water resistant
Packing: in cardboard with Japanese writing
Blade Length: 150mm
Total Length: 275mm
Thickness Blade: 3mm
Length Grip: 114mm
Weight: 86g

Mr. Hideo Kitaoka
He was born in 1950 and is the 3rd generation of Kitaoka Hamono. He has been a specialist of Kataba (single-beveled) knife from the beginning. He is also Dentoukougeishi.

Knife Features:

Use: vegetable / fish

Blade: CladSteel carbon steel with 62 / 64HRC White Paper Steel (Shirogami) cutting edge and 33-layer Damask "Suminagashi"
Origin Knife: Japanese craftsmanship
Handle: SandalWood, very hard and water resistant
Packing: in cardboard with Japanese writing
Length Blade: 170mm
Total Length: 320mm
Thickness Blade: 4mm to 2mm
Length Grip: 132mm
Weight: 166g

* Not every knife is signed on the blade by the craftsman who made it

Mr. Hideo Kitaoka
He was born in 1950 and is the 3rd generation of Kitaoka Hamono. He has been a specialist of Kataba (single-beveled) knife from the beginning. He is also Dentoukougeishi.

Knife Features:

Use: meat / fish

Blade: CladSteel carbon steel with 62 / 64HRC White Paper Steel (Shirogami) cutting edge and 33-layer Damask "Suminagashi"
Origin Knife: Japanese craftsmanship
Handle: SandalWood, very hard and water resistant
Packing: in cardboard with Japanese writing
Blade Length: 200mm
Total Length: 343mm
Thickness Blade: 3.5mm to 1.5mm
Length Grip: 127mm
Weight: 114g

* Not every knife is signed on the blade by the craftsman who made it

Mr. Hideo Kitaoka
He was born in 1950 and is the 3rd generation of Kitaoka Hamono. He has been a specialist of Kataba (single-beveled) knife from the beginning. He is also Dentoukougeishi.

Knife Features:

Use: chicken / fish / meat

Blade: CladSteel carbon steel with 62 / 64HRC White Paper Steel (Shirogami) cutting edge and 33-layer Damask "Suminagashi"
Origin Knife: Japanese craftsmanship
Handle: SandalWood, very hard and water resistant
Packing: in cardboard with Japanese writing
Length Blade: 180mm
Total Length: 335mm
Thickness Blade: 9mm to 2mm
Length Grip: 134mm
Weight: 336g

* Not every knife is signed on the blade by the craftsman who made it

Already back in 1100 expert Japanese forgers combined different materials to confer superior and unprecedented cutting potential potential, resistance and flexibility upon Katana swords.
Inspired by this tradition, Berkel has created its own series of Japanese SanMai steel knives. The blade consists of a central layer of extremely hard VG-10 steel, which maintains sharpness over a long time, and two outer sheets in stainless damascus steel, with 33 layers per side, for greater resistance to corrosion and torsion.

Blade material: Stainless Damask San Mai 67 VG10 (60/61 HRC)
Blade length: 18 cm
Overall length: 30.5 cm
Weight: 170 gr
Sharpening: Smooth, toothless
Grip: Consists of two cheeks maple stabilized assembled with aluminum rivets

Italian production and design

Kai, Japanese industry Kershaw Knives partners, has introduced Shun, a set of kitchen knives suited to lovers and collectors.

Forged by a lamina of VG-10 stainless steel folded and twisted for 32 times, up to create the typical damask pattern on both faces of the blade. The knife has so excellent razor cutting capacity, penetration and edge retention unmatched on any other steel blade.

Currently these knives are the top of Japanese technology in the culinary field, and the quality is not limited to steel used, but continues with the care of workmanship and materials used, such as the stunning black Pakkawood wood used for ergonomic handles.

Kai Japan - Shun - Utility 115mm. VERSIONE FOR LEFTY (the blade does not change compared to the DM-0701 model).

Blade: Damascus steel VG-10 to 32 layers
Handle: black Pakkawood Wood
Blade length: 150 mm.
Blade thickness: 3 mm.
Overall length: 265 mm.
Weight: 80 g.
Notes: not dishwasher safe
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The innovative series Seki Magoroku Composite has 8 types of symmetrical blades. The blade, beautifully finished, the union of two different types of steel that create a fascinating contrast. The central part of the blade, polished, stainless steel is VG-MAX with a hardness of 61 ± 1 HRC, while the exterior is satin steel SUS420J2 to altissio chromium content.

The production process of the blades Composite is based on a new technology used in aircraft construction and ensures a high resistance over that extreme precision. The two types of steel are joined together by one particular welding process to the copper, and the thin line of copper that remains visible between the two steels adds a further touch of elegance to the design.

The grip is tapered in a light shade of pakkawood. The shape of the reason diagonally give these masterpieces lightness and movement.

Lama: laminate, stainless steel VG-MAX to 61HRC and 420J2, welded copper center
Handle: Wood Pakkawood clear
Blade length: 150 mm.
Blade thickness: 2.5 mm.
Overall length: 245 mm.
Weight: -
Notes: not dishwasher safe

Seki Magoroku
This type of traditional Japanese knives are produced for hundreds of years in similar forms. This series captivates thanks to its polished blade and polished steel with high carbon with a hardness of about 58HRC and the magnolia wood handle carved in the form of a dishwasher with toe in black polypropylene.

Occupation: meat / fish

Blade: Stainless Steel 58HRC MV
Lama origin: Japan
Handle: Red Wood, wood very hard and resistant to water and black polypropylene
Sheath: -
Blade Length: 240mm
Overall Length: 378mm
Blade Thickness: 2.5 mm
Handle Length: 134mm
Weight: 140g

* Not dishwasher safe

Seki Magoroku
This type of traditional Japanese knives are produced for hundreds of years in similar forms. This series captivates thanks to its polished blade and polished steel with high carbon with a hardness of about 58HRC and the magnolia wood handle carved in the form of a dishwasher with toe in black polypropylene.

Occupation: meat / fish

Blade: Stainless Steel 58HRC MV
Lama origin: Japan
Handle: Red Wood, wood very hard and resistant to water and black polypropylene
Sheath: -
Blade Length: 210mm
Overall Length: 350mm
Blade Thickness: 2.5 mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Weight: 116g

* Not dishwasher safe

Kai, Japanese industry Kershaw Knives partners, has introduced Shun, a set of kitchen knives suited to lovers and collectors.

Forged by a lamina of VG-10 stainless steel folded and twisted for 32 times, up to create the typical damask pattern on both faces of the blade. The knife has so excellent razor cutting capacity, penetration and edge retention unmatched on any other steel blade.

Currently these knives are the top of Japanese technology in the culinary field, and the quality is not limited to steel used, but continues with the care of workmanship and materials used, such as the stunning black Pakkawood wood used for ergonomic handles.

Kai Japan - Shun - Utility 115mm.

Blade: Damascus steel VG-10 to 32 layers
Handle: black Pakkawood Wood
Blade length: 150 mm.
Blade thickness: 3 mm.
Overall length: 265 mm.
Weight: 80 g.
Notes: not dishwasher safe
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Takefu Knives Village è un marchio nato nel 1991 a Echizen Fukui, città del Giappone famosa dal 1400 per la produzione di coltelli.

Il brand Takefu knives si fonda sull'unione di 10 artigiani locali che realizzano a mano ogni coltello

L'acciaio delle lame, prodotto dalla Takefu Steel, viene lavorato con la tecnica del "clad steel" tagliente in VG10 a 61HRC e placche laterali in damasco laminato.

Caratteristiche del coltello:

Impiego: carne/pesce

Lama: in acciaio CladSteel con tagliente in inox VG-10 a 60/62HRC e damasco a 33 strati
Provenienza Lama: Giappone 
Impugnatura: SandalWood, legno molto duro e resistente all'acqua
Confezione: in cartone con scritte giapponesi
Lunghezza Lama: 230mm 
Lunghezza Totale: 370mm 
Spessore Lama: 4,5mm 
Lunghezza Impugnatura: 134mm 
Peso: 142g

* Non ogni coltello viene firmato sulla lama dall'artigiano che l'ha realizzato

Questi coltelli giapponesi, preziosi gioielli realizzati artigianalmente ed in tiratura limitata, sono caratterizzati dalla meticolosa lavorazione ad intaglio di impugnatura e fodero in legno di quercia laccato denominata "Wa Urushi"

La lama di 21cm è in acciaio laminato con tagliente in acciaio Cromo/Vanadio/Molibdeno a 62HRC e lamine esterne in damasco al Nickel a 63 strati in modo da coniugare un design superlativo ad una capacità di taglio, penetrazione e tenuta del filo senza eguali.

Impiego: pesce, sashimi
Paese di produzione: Giappone
Tipo di produzione: artigianale
Lunghezza lama: 21cm
Materiale lama: acciaio laminato 62HRC con damasco esterno a 63 strati
Materiale impugnatura: legno di quercia laccato
Materiale fodero: legno di quercia laccato
Note: fodero ed impugnatura intagliate e lavorate interamente a mano con la tecnica tradizionale del "Wa Urushi"

Takefu Knives Village è un marchio nato nel 1991 a Echizen Fukui, città del Giappone famosa dal 1400 per la produzione di coltelli.

Il brand Takefu knives si fonda sull'unione di 10 artigiani locali che realizzano a mano ogni coltello

L'acciaio delle lame, prodotto dalla Takefu Steel, viene lavorato con la tecnica del "clad steel" tagliente in VG10 a 61HRC e placche laterali in damasco laminato.

Caratteristiche del coltello:

Impiego: carne/pesce

Lama: in acciaio CladSteel con tagliente in inox VG-10 a 60/62HRC
Provenienza Lama: Giappone 
Impugnatura: SandalWood, legno molto duro e resistente all'acqua
Confezione: in cartone con scritte giapponesi
Lunghezza Lama: 224mm 
Lunghezza Totale: 380mm 
Spessore Lama: 4,5mm 
Lunghezza Impugnatura: 134mm 
Peso: 166g

* Non ogni coltello viene firmato sulla lama dall'artigiano che l'ha realizzato

Limited to 2,222 numbered pieces, the Shun Classic Kiritsuke model is Kai's answer to the large number of enthusiast requests that required a collectible item within the KAI Shun Classic series.

The shape of the Japanese Kiritsuke blade is used for the first time by KAI in the European market. As for the Santoku model, this traditional blade is suitable for processing fish, meat and vegetables.

Blade: laminated, in 61HRC VG-MAX stainless steel and 32-layer damask
Handle: laminated light laminated wood
Blade length: 200 mm.
Blade thickness: 2.5 mm.
Total length: 340 mm.
Notes: not dishwasher safe

Limited edition of 2222 pieces and numbered on each knife