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Mcusta Zanmai - Beyond Nakiri vegetable knife 16,5cm - Aogami Super steel - ZBX-5008B - kitchen 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: 165 mm.
Blade thickness: 2 mm.
Total length: 315 mm
Weight: 170g.
Notes: not dishwasher safe
Packaging: elegant wooden boxSteel 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
ZBX-5008B€225.41Only 1 leftOnly 1 left
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Mcusta Zanmai - Beyond Bunka knife 18cm - Aogami Super steel - ZBX-5016B - kitchen 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: 180 mm.
Blade thickness: 2 mm.
Total length: 335 mm
Weight: 147g.
Notes: not dishwasher safe
Packaging: elegant wooden boxSteel 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
ZBX-5016B€220.49Only 0 leftOnly 0 leftOut of stock -
Mcusta Zanmai - Beyond Santoku knife 18cm - Aogami Super steel - ZBX-5003B - kitchen 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: 180 mm.
Blade thickness: 2 mm.
Total length: 335 mm
Weight: 147g.
Notes: not dishwasher safe
Packaging: elegant wooden boxSteel 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
ZBX-5003B€204.10Only 0 leftOnly 0 leftOut of stock -
Mcusta Zanmai - Beyond Utility knife 15cm - Aogami Super steel - ZBX-5002B - kitchen 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 traditionally feature 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, core Aogami Super (Super Blue carbon steel) from 62-63 HRC
Handle: Hinoki wood
Blade length: 150 mm.
Blade thickness: 2 mm.
Total length: 285 mm
Weight: 85g.
Notes: not dishwasher safe
Packaging: elegant wooden boxSteel 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 manufacturing 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
ZBX-5002B€168.03Only 0 leftOnly 0 leftOut of stock -
Mcusta Zanmai - Beyond Utility knife 11cm - Aogami Super steel - ZBX-5001B - kitchen 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 traditionally feature 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) from 62-63 HRC
Handle: Hinoki wood
Blade length: 110 mm.
Blade thickness: 2 mm.
Total length: 245 mm
Weight: 80 g.
Note: Not dishwasher safe
Packaging: elegant wooden boxSteel 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 manufacturing the best Japanese blades since the mid-13th century. Natural choice thanks to its wealth of natural resources: sand, iron, coal and water, all the important elements for the processing of blades. The techniques and skills of the ancient blacksmiths, handed down over the centuries, are currently 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
ZBX-5001B€163.11Only 0 leftOnly 0 leftOut of stock
Professional Kitchen Knives: Complete Guide to the Perfect Choice
Choosing a professional kitchen knife means improving precision, safety, and pleasure in cooking. For over 50 years, Coltelleria Collini has been selecting and testing the best international kitchen knives, collaborating exclusively with official brands and historical manufacturers. Whether you are a chef, an advanced enthusiast, or a demanding home cook, here you will find cutting tools designed to last over time and guarantee consistent performance.
In this category, you will find a complete selection of Japanese, German, Italian, and professional kitchen knives, chosen by blade type, steel, hardness (HRC), and ergonomics, to cover every cooking style and cutting technique.
Japanese Knives & Damascus
Razor-sharp edges, very acute cutting angles, and high-hardness steels (up to 61–63 HRC). The Japanese tradition of Seki is represented by brands like Kai and Miyabi (Zwilling Group), the CROMOVA steel of Global, and the versatility of Kai Wasabi. Ideal for those seeking pure cutting performance, precision, and control.
European Tradition – Forged
Robust, balanced, and easy-to-sharpen knives, designed for intensive daily use. German excellence from Solingen with Wüsthof and Zwilling, combined with the Swiss practicality of Victorinox. The ideal choice for professional kitchens, catering, and advanced home use.
Made in Italy & Blade Types
Italian artisanal tradition with Coltellerie Berti, Due Cigni, and Sanelli. Choose the right knife for every preparation: Chef's Knife, Santoku, as well as complete sets and steak knives.
Why buy kitchen knives from Coltelleria Collini
We don't just sell "blades," but tools for work and passion. Since 1968, Coltelleria Collini has been a reference point for chefs, professionals, and cooking enthusiasts.
- Official Retailers for all featured brands, with guaranteed authenticity.
- Professional sharpening service in-house to restore the edge.
- Real consultation: we help you choose between Chef, Santoku, Nakiri, or Slicing knives.
Kitchen Knives FAQ
Japanese knives are harder, with sharpening angles around 15°, ideal for extremely precise but more delicate cuts. European knives (German and Italian) are more robust, easier to resharpen, and more tolerant to impact, perfect for intensive use.
No, it is strongly discouraged. Aggressive detergents, high temperatures, and impacts damage the edge and the blade surface. It is always preferable to wash knives by hand and dry them immediately after use.