Hattori Knives

Hattori Knives from Japan
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Super-sharp and hard-metal knives, crafted in the legendary Samurai sword-making city of Seki, Japan.

Beauty and performance. That's what these are all about. Maybe you've seen some the Kershaw Shun knives used by Alton Brown on his FoodTV show Good Eats? Well these are similar layered steel, but are even more sexy (in my opinion). These Hattori knives feature a VG10 core cutting edge forged with a 63-layer nickel Damascus-look pattern-welded steel blade which is strong, sharp, and has an amazing layered look. The blades are hand engraved with the Ichiro Hattori name in Japanese Kanji characters and permanently welded with stainless steel bolsters. Real Japanese knives that I import direct from Japan, and absolutely superb in every aspect; truly beautiful. The fit and finish of the blades and handles are top-notch, with smooth edges and lines everywhere, and stunning high-polish lacquered handles that really make these stand out from the competition (which usually have plain black handles). The blades are thin and honed to a fine super-sharp edge that can still be easily maintained with standard maintenance tools (steels, stones, etc.). If you're thinking of a Mac or Shun or other budget Japanese or Japanese-like knife, definitely consider one of these instead.

Hattori Features:

• Japanese quality, features and workmanship, yet with traditional Western-style knife shapes.
• Beautiful Damascus (layered) steel: VG10 (high carbon [0.95 to1.05%]; molybdenum [0.90 to 1.20%]; and vanadium [0.10 to 0.30%]) core cutting edge forged with a 63-layer stainless steel blade.
• Razor-sharp: a thin edge, honed to perfection. Symmetrical sharpening, for right or left-hand use and easy maintenance.
• Stays sharp: Crafted from the finest hard (Rockwell Hardness HRC 60 to 61) stainless steel to allow an incredibly thin rust-free edge without danger of damage or premature wear or dulling. Older knives crafted from poorer-quality steel couldn't be so sharp without dulling quickly -- these knives have a great edge and they KEEP their edge!
• Thin blades: glide effortlessly through each slice. Hand engraved with the Ichiro Hattori name in Japanese Kanji characters and permanently welded with stainless steel bolsters.
• Durable handles: Full tang black high-gloss polished lacquered Pakkawood handle with three stainless steel rivets for strength and durability, yet with a beautiful traditional look.
• Lightweight: they're so sharp, additional heft is not required to easily cut through even tough and large root vegetables and other traditionally difficult food items. This is a true Japanese knife style and advantage!
• Performance and value: A professional cook uses his knives all day long to earn his living, so he needs performance and durability, not gimmicky metal trickery or finishes. With these knives, you pay for quality, materials and workmanship, and the brand speaks for itself without huge marketing campaigns that customers end up paying for. Word-of-mouth and great products are the best marketing campaigns! These knives aren't in every corner store or big-box discounter and so you don't pay for tons of middlemen who all take their cut -- I bring these to you straight from Japan!
• Attention to detail & durability: Superb fit, finish, workmanship and balance mean long-lasting and hygienic ergonomic comfort & ease of use even for long periods of time in a professional situation. Quality products mean a lifetime of pleasure.
• Easy care: Wash, dry and store promptly for long life, sharpness and safety These are very sharp high-quality knives, so do not leave them in a sink or drawer. Easy and affordable to keep sharp. Not for dishwasher use.
• Great Gifts! All Hattori HD knives come in a very attractive black with gold Japanese Kanji lettering gift box, making them beautiful gifts, suitable for all family or corporate occasions.
  A quality kitchen knife will last a lifetime, giving your recipient a daily reminder of your thoughtfulness.

Important Note: these knives are very sharp, and have very thin and delicate finely honed edges, made of very hard steel. As such, they are designed for precision work, and must not be used on hard materials such as pumpkin or pineapple, which can cause the blade to chip or crack, and this is not covered under any warranty, as it is in the nature of such a knife to be more brittle (it's the tradeoff for extremely sharp, thin and hard blades).

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CARE AND USE, FROM THE JAPANESE KNIFE MANUFACTURER:

• Before starting to use this knife for the first time, please wash it to remove any residue.
• This is an extremely sharp knife. Please use special care when using and storing it.
• This knife is intended for cutting and slicing meat, bread and vegetables. Please do not use it to cut bone or frozen foods, hard foods such as pumpkin or pineapple, which have a hard surface. Such use may result in chipping or cracking of the knife edge. Chipping/cracking are not covered under warranty.
• Unlike German-made knives, Japanese knife blades are ground to a thin cutting edge for sharper cutting and easier re-sharpening. Please protect the edge from hitting hard materials to avoid chipping or cracking.
• Please do not put this knife in the dishwasher: wash by hand, dry, and store.
• Please do not leave this knife in water for a long time.
• After using, please wash your knife and keep it clean and dry.
• With proper care, this knife will serve for a long time. We recommend to re-sharpen this knife using Japanese whetstones when it gets dull.
• One-year limited manufacturer’s warranty against manufacturing defects (not chips, cracks, or damage due to misuse, dishwasher or dropping).

Hattori HD-3 5.9-inch (150 mm) Utility (Petty) Knife Your Price: $114.95

Hattori HD-8 9.5-inch (240mm) Chef's Knife (Gyutou) Retail price: $199.95 Your Price: $179.95 You save: $20.00 (10%)