Refined title: KYOKU 3.5 Paring Knife - Shogun Series, Japanese VG10 Steel Damascus Blade - Sheath & Case

Kyoku was inspired by the honor and integrity of Japan's master bladesmiths, whose skills transitioned to innovative cutlery after the decline of the samurai in 1868. Our mission: to make high-end Japanese cutlery affordable for pro chefs and home cooks worldwide. Our passion for culinary creativity keeps us on the cutting edge of handcrafted cutlery.

The 3.5" Japanese small paring knife from Kyoku's Shogun Series weighs merely 4 oz. and will get the job done flawlessly. This fruit paring knife is ideal for mincing herbs, slicing fruit, peeling vegetables, cutting cheese, and more. The gorgeous herringbone pattern on the base of the tang unveils the stunning craftsmanship and the peeling knife's luxurious identity. The paring knife's blade is made from high-quality 67-layered stainless Damascus steel and has been cryogenically treated for heightened wear-resistance.

The Kyoku Shogun Series represents the apex of modern Japanese cutlery, powerfully prestigious and progressively potent. Made of cryogenically-hardened VG-10 steel wrapped between Damascus steel folded 33 times, the Shogun Series retains its ultrafine edge and resists corrosion to outlast the competition. Each blade is cryogenically treated using the traditional 3-step Honbazuke method for incredible hardness, flexibility, and corrosion resistance. The hollow-edge design ensures nothing sticks to the blade.

Time-honored sword-making methods make each Kyoku custom knife appear unique and result in a thinner, harder, and sharper blade than western knives. We blend ultramodern technology with ancient craftsmanship to create a scalpel-thin blade edge with powerful non-stick performance. Its exclusive appearance is accented by a hammer-beaten wave pattern that gives way to a traditional Damascus steel design. The ergonomic handle is artistically accented with an engraved mosaic pin, revealing this knife's luxurious identity. The metal blade extends the entire length of the handle, allowing it to withstand punishing daily use without sacrificing comfortable handling and balanced performance.

Kyoku offers a variety of knives including a 6" Utility Chef Knife, 7" Boning Knife, 7" Nakiri Knife, 7" Vegetable Cleaver, 8" Hammered Chef Knife, and 8.5" Kiritsuke Knife. All feature Japanese VG10 steel blades, G10 handles with mosaic pins, full tang construction, and a lifetime warranty. With exceptional customer reviews and affordable prices, Kyoku is the premier choice for high-quality Japanese cutlery.

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