Knife Classic Damascus Pakka 23cm Bread Knife

23cm Bread Knife Mcusta Zanmai Classic Damascus Pakka A serrated-edge knife designed for effortlessly slicing any type of bread without excessive pressure on the cutting board. It's an excellent choice for all lovers of crusty bread! The serrated blade handles all types of bread with ease, allowing you to achieve thin slices while preserving the shape of the loaf. The handle is crafted from pakka wood, a composite of wood and resin. Such handles are highly resistant to mechanical damage, high temperatures, and moisture. Pakka, being a laminate made from thin sheets of natural wood, adds character to each knife. Specifications: Blade: 33-layer steel, VG-10 core Hardness: 61 HRC +/-1 Blade Length: 23cm Blade Width: 3.6cm Weight: approximately 173g Usage Tips: After use, wash and preferably dry it or leave it to air dry on a rack. Avoid washing knives in the dishwasher, as the chemicals used can cause discoloration on the blade and permanently damage the handle or blade itself. Proper knife storage is important. Magnetic strips and magnetic boards are highly recommended as they protect the knife when it's "resting" during kitchen work. Traditional slotted knife blocks require attention when inserting and removing knives to avoid damaging the edge. Make sure to thoroughly dry the knives before storing them in closed block constructions. Maintaining blade quality also involves using suitable cutting boards. Wooden and bamboo boards are recommended, while glass and stone boards are not recommended. Additionally, avoid cutting frozen items, bones, or immersing the blade in boiling water during thermal food processing. For kitchen knives that aren't used for an extended period, you can lubricate them with camellia oil to keep them in good condition. Following these guidelines will allow you to enjoy the beautifully crafted, perfectly sharp knives for many years. Classic Damascus Pakka A collection characterized by excellent cutting properties and a distinctive, minimalist design ideal for modern kitchens. The VG-10 core enveloped in 32 layers of Japanese steel creates the characteristic "Damascus" pattern on the blade, which harmonizes beautifully with the riveted handle made of black pakka wood. Mcusta Zanmai MCUSTA, a Japanese company founded in 1964, specializes in producing high-quality kitchen knives. Their expansion has reached the world, allowing both domestic and professional users to enjoy knives with professional edges. The word ZANMAI is synonymous with luxury, which is of paramount importance in the production of each knife. In the initial stage, the knives are laser-cut from steel sheets, resulting in high hardness. They are then cold-forged to increase steel density, wear resistance, and the aforementioned hardness. The key to Mcusta's knife quality is their manual assembly, emphasizing their quality and uniqueness.