About Shibata Koutetsu Chromax - Koutetsu are known for being the crazy thin, high-performance laser from master sharpener Shibata-san.This series, made from Chromax, a phenomenal semi-stainless steel favoured by blacksmiths for how well it can be sharpened and its edge retention.  As a semi-stainless, it’ll patina pretty quickly, but the step between patina and rust is big enough that it’s pretty easy to care for.

About the Shape - “Sujihiki” translates to “Flesh Slicer” and it does exactly what the name suggests, perfect for carving and slicing roasts, turkey, raw meats, fish, and all other proteins and the extended blade length allows you to slice with one long stroke, instead of sliding the knife back and forth in a sawing motion. Making clean slices of brisket or ultra thin applications like Carpaccio a breeze to execute.