Hanzō Kiritsuke 21cm – The Master’s Knife

Name: Hanzō Kiritsuke 21cm – The Master’s Knife
Brand: Hanzō Blades
SKU: HB-KIR-82
Price: 225.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

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€225,00

Hanzō Kiritsuke 8.2″ (21 cm) – The Master’s Knife

Commanding length, straight edge, assertive tip — a symbol of mastery in Japanese kitchens.

Steel: VG10 core, 67‑layer Damascus cladding (60±2 HRC)
Grind: 15° per side
Handle: Rosewood, octagonal
Dimensions: Total 365 mm; blade 207 mm; handle 155 mm; thickness ~2.5 mm; width ~50 mm
Weight: ~207 g
Finish: polished Damascus

Care:
Hand wash, dry immediately, oil the blade periodically, store in sheath/box.

Note:
Not for bone or frozen foods.

Why Kiritsuke?

67-layer Damascus with VG10 core (60±2 HRC) – razor edge with resilient toughness.

207 mm blade, 2.5 mm spine, ~207 g, ~50 mm height – long, stable, glass-smooth glide.

Straight primary edge + clipped “K-tip” – precise tip work and immaculate presentation cuts.

Rosewood handle – secure grip and composed balance.

~15° per side edge – effortless, clean draw cuts.

What Kiritsuke cuts the best?

Fish & sashimi

Long, clean draw cuts.

Meat portioning

Steaks, roasts, brisket slices (boneless).

Fine vegetable slicing

Ribbons, garnishes.

Name of Kiritsuke

切付包丁

Kiritsuke literally means “slit open” or “to cut at.” Recognized by its clipped tip and long, straight edge, the kiritsuke has long signaled authority at the board. Blending traits of long slicers and fine vegetable knives, it rewards confident technique with immaculate, straight-line presentation cuts — a signature, all-purpose chef’s blade for cooks who prize precision and presence.

Maintenance and Care

Hand-wash and dry immediately; never dishwasher or soaking. Use wood or soft-plastic boards; avoid bone and frozen foods; don’t pry or twist. Hone lightly as needed; sharpen at ~15° per side; store sheathed or on a protected magnetic strip.

Lifetime Guarantee

Every Hanzō blade is built to perform for life, no compromises. If it ever fails due to craftsmanship or materials, we’ll repair it or replace it, at no cost.