{"product_id":"xituo-8-kiritsuke-chef-knife-vg10-damascus-steel-wood-handle","title":"XITUO 8\" Kiritsuke Chef Knife – VG10 Damascus Steel \u0026 Wood Handle","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eXITUO 8\" Japanese Kiritsuke Chef Knife – VG10 Damascus Steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet your new go-to kitchen companion: the \u003cstrong\u003eXITUO 8\" Kiritsuke Chef Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e. Handcrafted from premium \u003cstrong\u003eVG10 Damascus steel\u003c\/strong\u003e with a razor-sharp edge exceeding 60°, this professional-grade blade delivers extraordinary precision whether you're slicing, dicing, mincing, or julienning. Inspired by the classic Japanese Kiritsuke profile, it combines the best of a chef's knife and a slicing knife into one versatile, elegant tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love This Knife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVG10 Damascus Steel Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e A high-carbon VG10 steel core is enveloped in stunning Damascus layers, giving the blade exceptional edge retention, hardness, and a striking wave-pattern aesthetic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuper Sharp, Long-Lasting Edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ground to a blade angle exceeding 60°, the edge slices through proteins, vegetables, herbs, and fruit with effortless precision — and holds that sharpness longer than standard stainless blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted Hexagonal Wood Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ergonomically designed, hexagonal wooden handle (14 cm) fits naturally in your hand, providing a secure, non-slip grip and outstanding balance for long prep sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile 8\" Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 20 cm blade length is the culinary sweet spot — long enough for large cuts, nimble enough for detail work. Perfect for home cooks and professional chefs alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crafted with sustainability in mind, using eco-friendly materials free from high-concern chemicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertified \u0026amp; Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets CE\/EU, FCM, CIQ, and EEC safety certifications, ensuring the knife is free from harmful substances and built to international standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKnife Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXITUO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVG10 Damascus Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 cm (8 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Angle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;60°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWood (Hexagonal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE\/EU, FCM, CIQ, EEC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in Mainland China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChopping, slicing \u0026amp; dicing vegetables and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrecision slicing of meats, fish, and proteins\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFine mincing and julienning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEveryday home cooking and professional kitchen prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA thoughtful gift for cooking enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePair It With Your Kitchen Essentials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your kitchen setup with these great additions from our store:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/2-8l-beverage-dispenser-with-spigot-fridge-drink-dispenser\"\u003e2.8L Beverage Dispenser with Spigot – Fridge Drink Dispenser\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cordless-rechargeable-milk-frother-coffee-foam-egg-whisk\"\u003eCordless Rechargeable Milk Frother – Coffee Foam \u0026amp; Egg Whisk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nutrition.gov\/topics\/shopping-cooking-and-food-safety\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNutrition.gov on cooking and food safety\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What makes VG10 Damascus steel a great choice for a chef knife?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: VG10 is a high-carbon Japanese stainless steel known for its exceptional hardness, edge retention, and resistance to corrosion. 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