Chef Knife | Professional cooking, home kitchens | Industry Standard: 8-inch 420 stainless steel (ASTM A240, 18-0 stainless). Our Base: 8-inch VG10 Damascus (67 layers) ▲ (60 HRC hardness, ASTM F739 chemical resistance). Our Advanced: 120 layers ▲▲ (62 HRC, ASTM B117 salt spray test 1000hrs). | Superior edge retention, ergonomic wood handle (FSC certified). Lightweight design reduces hand fatigue. | Requires regular honing, heavier than standard knives. |
Santoku Knife | Slicing, dicing, Asian cuisine | Industry Standard: 7-inch 420 stainless steel. Our Base: 7-inch VG10 Damascus (67 layers) ▲ (balanced design for precision). Our Advanced: 120 layers ▲▲ (62 HRC, enhanced corrosion resistance). | Sharpness for fine cuts, lightweight for extended use. High-polish finish (ASTM B117 500hrs). | Not ideal for heavy bone work. |
Bread Knife | Cutting bread, pastries | Industry Standard: 8-inch serrated stainless steel. Our Base: 8-inch VG10 Damascus (67 layers) ▲ (serrated edge for crusty bread). Our Advanced: Titanium-coated serrations ▲▲ (ASTM F739 50+ chemical exposures). | Clean cuts on crusty bread, corrosion-resistant serrations. Wood handle (ergonomic grip). | Serrated edge limits precision tasks. |
Utility Knife | Small tasks, fruits/vegetables | Industry Standard: 6-inch stainless steel. Our Base: 6-inch VG10 Damascus (67 layers) ▲ (60 HRC for delicate cuts). Our Advanced: 120 layers ▲▲ (62 HRC, ultra-sharp tip). | Maneuverable, sharp for precise small cuts. Lightweight (reduces hand strain). | Limited for heavy-duty tasks. |
Boning Knife | Butchering, filleting | Industry Standard: 6-inch flexible stainless steel. Our Base: 6-inch VG10 Damascus (67 layers) ▲ (flexible spine for precision). Our Advanced: 120 layers ▲▲ (62 HRC, corrosion-resistant core). | Precision cutting, durable edge for tough joints. Flexible spine (ASTM F1442). | Delicate blade requires careful use. |
Knife Set | Gift, comprehensive kitchen needs | Industry Standard: Mixed materials, plastic handles. Our Base: All VG10 Damascus (67 layers), wood handles (FSC certified) ▲. Our Advanced: 120 layers + titanium handles ▲▲ (ASTM B117 1000hrs). | Versatile (includes chef, santoku, bread, utility, boning). Eco-friendly materials. | Higher cost, requires more storage space. |