This 140mm (~5 ½") multi purpose ceramic knife is the ideal cooks knife model. The black ceramic knife is fired at an immensely high temperature using a unique closely guarded secret system known as "Hot-Isostatic-Press" which compresses the material to such a high density that it appears to be black, in fact no dye is used. This lengthy and extremely perilous process involves skill and precision so the production of these amazing blades is limited to one black for every 75 white of the same size.
This 140mm (~5 ½") multipurpose knife is the most versatile model in this range. Long enough to undertake the most demanding jobs, the wide "santoku' blade will help improve your cutting technique. "Santoku' is a Japanese term meaning 'three benefits'. These are slicing, dicing and mincing. Perfect for carving those small joints as well fish preparation this knife is the ideal single purchase.
You will be amazed at the ease with which this very light and super sharp knife will glide through tomatoes, kiwis and other soft fruits. Raw potatoes will cut as if boiled!
With its Advanced Zirconium Ceramic blade capable of staying sharper up to 12 times longer than conventional Stainless Steel knives - this knife will require almost no effort to keep sharp. Will not influence the colour or taste of food - so no more unsightly brown lettuce!
The beautiful ergonomic handles that provide the wonderful 'hold' for sustained and comfortable use.
- Model Characteristics
- Blade construction - Advanced Zirconium Ceramic
- Handle construction - Laminated wood with silicon injection
- Cleaning - NOT RECOMMENDED for Dishwasher. Hand wash - mild detergent. Tooth brush and toothpaste to remove heavy staining.
- Sharpening - JKC SU-001 Diamond Sharpener once every 3-6 months for maintenance
- Storage - In a wood block / In the free suede sheath provided / in the packaging box/ separate area in knife drawer
- Blade length - 140mm (~5 ½")
- Country of Origin - Japan
SPECIAL NOTES: This knife should not be used for ANY kind of twisting or prising. Do not use on bone or frozen foods. Do NOT force.