It takes two and a half months to make a single Miyabi 5000 MCD 67 knife’that’s how fine the craftsmanship is in this premium range. The CRYODUR blade is frozen and hardened at -196’C for corrosion-resistance, then tempered for flexibility. The core micro-carbide steel blade scores 67 on the Rockwell scale, meaning it has exceptional…
Opinel knives are known for being effective, reliable, and beautiful.Each knife in this four-piece set features an 11cm blade made of martensitic stainless steel,which is extrahard due to the addition of nitrogen (0.15%). Witha high chromium content (16%), the blade is highly resistant to corrosion as well. The olive wood handle on each knife has…
Since 1953, Tojiro has produced high-quality cutlery in Tsubame-sanjo, a craft centre in Japan specialising in metallurgy. They were one of the first Japanese companies to prove stainless steel knives could be just as effective as carbon steel for culinary use, and their passion for melding traditional Japanese techniques with modern industrial technology has won…
WuSTHOF knives have been manufactured in the city of Solingen, Germany since 1814. The company, which is still run by the founding family, takes quality very seriously ‘ which explains why their knives consistently feature in ‘best of’ lists. Every knife in the Classic Ikon range is fully forged from a single piece of stainless…
Renowned Japanese knife makers Kai Shun teamed up with German chef Tim Mlzer to create the Kai Shun Premier range, featuring multi-textured steel blades that are both hard and flexible at once, plus symmetrical wooden handles that are suitable for both left- and right-handed cooks. In this series, every blade’s back down to its middle…
Designed for Opinel by Swiss-based design studio BIG GAME, this Set of 4 Facette Steak Knives combines comfort, efficiency and beauty. The knives feature full tang blades of martensitic steel, which is known for its strength and corrosion resistance. The faceted ash handles are thermally modified to make them more water-resistant, thereby darkening the wood’s…
Renowned Japanese knifemakers Kai Shun teamed up with German chef Tim Mlzer to create the Kai Shun Premier range, featuring symmetrical wooden handles that are suitable for both left- and right-handed cooks. The core of hard VG MAX steel is surrounded by 32 layers of Damascus steel and forged in a steep, tapered V-shape that…
Every knife in Kai Shun’s Nagare range undergoes a highly sophisticated process which involves bonding flexible VG2 steel with hard VG10 steel, surrounded by 72 layers of Damascus steel that form a radial pattern. Besides looking beautiful, this construction provides excellent durability and prevents food from sticking to the sides of the blade as you…
Renowned Japanese knifemakers Kai Shun teamed up with German chef Tim Mlzer to create the Kai Shun Premier range, featuring multi-textured steel blades that are both hard and flexible at once, plus symmetrical wooden handles that are suitable for both left- and right-handed cooks. In this series, every blade’s back down to its middle has…
Founded in 1963, Cutipol is a family-run company specialising in cutlery with sober, fine lines that are pleasant to the touch. Each piece is handmade in Portugal, allowing for great attention to detail and quality control. This Set of 2 Steak Knives is from the RIB collection, designed by Jose Joaquim Ribeiro. The matte brushed…
This Single Blade Mezzaluna from Triangle features a very sharp, hardened German stainless steel blade, with two comfortable polypropylene handles at each end to mince and chop vegetables and herbs in a two-handed rocking motion. A common sight in Italian kitchens, a mezzaluna is excellent for cutting different ingredients at once, like a mix of…
The Laguiole en Aubrac Carving Set distinguishes itself by having been crafted with superior quality materials with the skill of true artisans. The knife’s blade and the fork are fully forged from ultra-strong Sandvik steel and have a brushed finish. The juniper handles feature unique grain patterns and has a beautiful, naturally peppery scent.