Kasumi Masterpiece Japanese Paring Knife Damascus Steel Blade 12cm

With this Kasumi Masterpiece Paring Knife, you’ll be able to cut small fruits and vegetables with great ease. This paring knife is a true, top-quality representation of the renowned Japanese know-how in the field of cutlery. Thanks to its outstanding cutting performance combined with a beautiful design, this and all the knives of the Kasumi Masterpiece series are highly admired by professional cooks around the globe.

The reason why this paring knife is of such remarkable quality is because it was manufactured by very experienced Japanese craftsmen who followed carefully each of these steps:

1- The forging of the blade was done by a craftsman who is from the 25th generation of a long line of Japanese blacksmiths

2- Then, the first manual sharpening is carried out by a craftsman who has worked for more than 30 years as a master cutler

3- Next, the second sharpening with water is performed by one of Japan’s most renowned craftsmen

4- Damascus effect: a very detailed step by a craftsman trained by his father, who was in turn a recognized specialist throughout Japan. He uses the technique called “halo” to realize this damask. The pattern is thus finer, which allows the blade’s thread to be harder, hence sharper.

5- Finally, the creation of the handle is carried out by a craftsman with more than 40 years of experience in the field, and who is specialized in the creation of Masterpiece handles.

The remarkable expertise and talent of the Japanese master cutlers that made this knife is undeniable. They are a living proof of why Japanese know-how in the field of cutlery is highly respected and admired around the world. Thanks to the results of their sublime job, Kasumi Masterpiece Japanese knives have gained an important reputation in the culinary world.

In addition to the expertise of the craftsmen who took care of the 5 manufacturing steps mentioned above, it is also important to mention that the materials that were used are of great quality. For example, the blade has a VG10 steel core with 1% of carbon content that ensures the solidity and robustness of this knife. 

Moreover, the handle is made of micarta, which is a composite material which is very resistant to moisture and heat. It is made from fabric and resin compressed under high pressure. The handle also has two rivets that make it even more solid. Connected to the blade through a steel bolster, the handle of this knife matches perfectly with the beauty of the damascus effect found in the blade.

These knives are all manufactured in Seki, which is the capital of cutlery of Japan. Their quality is undeniable, but to preserve them in the best way possible, it is important that you only wash them by hand and only sharpen them using whetstones with ultra fine grains. By following those two simple tips, you’ll be able to enjoy your Masterpiece knives for a long period of time!

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