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Kai Japan - Shun DM-0743 - Boning Knife 165mm - cooking knife
Kai, Japanese industry partner of Kershaw Knives, Shun has introduced a series of kitchen knives suitable for lovers and collectors.
Forged by a layer of stainless steel VG-10 folded and twisted for 32 times, to create the typical design damask on both faces of the blade. The knife has such excellent ability to razor cut, penetration and sealing wire unmatched on any other steel blade.
Currently these knives represent 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 beautiful wood used for black Pakkawood The handles ergonomic.
Blade: Damascus steel VG-10 to 32 layers
Handle material: Wood Pakkawood Black
Blade length: 165 mm.
Blade Thickness: 2 mm.
Total length: 282 mm.
Weight: 116 g.
Notes: not dishwasher safeDM-0743€139.34Only 2 leftOnly 2 left
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Kai Japan - Shun DM-0710 - Boning Knife 150mm - kitchen knives
Shun Classic is one of the flagship lines of the Kai Group (which currently also includes the Kershaw and Zero Tolerance brands), a famous Japanese manufacturer of knives and razors since the early 1900s. This is a series of knives and kitchen accessories suitable for professionals and enthusiasts.
The blades are made of rolled steel consisting of an inner layer of VG-10 stainless steel and two outer cheeks of 32-layer damask. The result is excellent cutting capacity combined with excellent edge retention and good flexibility, which is also guaranteed by the differentiated tempering.
Today, these knives represent the pinnacle of Japanese culinary technology. The quality does not stop at the steel used, however, but continues with the care taken in the workmanship (sharpening in particular) and the materials used, such as the splendid Pakkawood used for the handles.
Blade: 32-layer Damascus laminate and VG-10 stainless steel
Handle: Black Pakkawood
Blade length: 160 mm.
Blade thickness: 2 mm.
Total length: 265 mm.
Weight: 162 g.
Notes: not dishwasher safeDM-0710€135.25Only -1 leftOnly -1 leftOut of stock
Original Kai Japan Knives: Japanese Tradition and Absolute Precision
Kai Japan knives represent the excellence of Japanese kitchen knives. Founded in Seki (Japan) in 1908, Kai combines over a century of tradition in steel processing with modern forging and sharpening technologies. Its tools are chosen by professional chefs and advanced enthusiasts worldwide.
From the famous Damascus steel blades with VG-MAX core, to the more essential and functional series, Kai develops knives and tools designed to offer clean cutting, control, and durability over time. Every blade is sharpened according to Japanese tradition to guarantee extreme precision and respect for food.
Kai Shun – Damascus
The iconic Kai line. Super-steel VG-MAX core (61 HRC) clad with 32 layers of Damascus steel. Ergonomic Pakka wood handles. Cutting performance and aesthetic refinement at the highest levels.
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Kai Wasabi – Essential and Professional
Minimalist Japanese design. High carbon steel blades (1K6 / 6A), black synthetic handle enveloping the blade for maximum hygiene and stability. Ideal choice for professional kitchens and culinary schools.
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Seki Magoroku – Pure Tradition
Knives inspired by traditional Japanese shapes (Yanagiba, Deba, Santoku). Symmetrical or asymmetrical sharpening for those seeking the true oriental cut.
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Kai Beyond Knives: Scissors and Precision Tools
Kai is not just knives. The brand also develops professional scissors and cutting tools for kitchen, personal care, and technical use, with the same Japanese approach to precision and material quality.
Kai Japan – Specialized Retailer
Coltelleria Collini is an Official Kai Retailer and one of the Italian reference points for the brand, with an extensive and constantly updated catalog of original Kai knives, scissors, and accessories.
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Kai Knives FAQ
The Shun series represents the top of the range: Damascus steel, VG-MAX core, and high hardness. The Wasabi series is more essential and robust, designed for daily professional use with an excellent quality/price ratio.
Always wash by hand and dry immediately. For sharpening, Japanese water stones with medium-fine grit (1000–6000) are recommended, avoiding dishwashers and aggressive detergents.
