{"product_id":"kiritsuke-damascus-japanese-chef-knife-sky-blue","title":"Kiritsuke Damascus Japanese Chef Knife - Sky Blue","description":"\u003c!-- PDP: SEIDO Kiritsuke Damascus Japanese Chef Knife – Sky Blue --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!-- HERO INTRO --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet the SEIDO Kiritsuke Damascus Japanese Chef Knife – Sky Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e — a versatile Japanese-style chef knife designed for clean slicing, precise chopping, and everyday kitchen prep. Featuring a VG-10 super steel core, 67-layer Damascus cladding, and a striking epoxy resin stabilized wood handle in Sky Blue, this knife brings professional performance and standout presentation to any kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- QUICK HIGHLIGHTS --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile kiritsuke profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for slicing, push cuts, chopping vegetables, portioning meat, and prepping fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium VG-10 core:\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for sharpness, durability, and long-lasting edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e67-layer Damascus cladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e strong, corrosion-resistant, and visually distinctive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRazor-sharp 8° double-bevel edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for both right- and left-handed users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60–62 HRC hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps the blade maintain a sharp cutting edge longer between sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-tang construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e balanced, sturdy feel for confident control during prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSky Blue handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e epoxy resin stabilized wood handle with a comfortable ergonomic grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e350 g weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e substantial, balanced feel for confident handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes sheath, gift box, and Limited Lifetime guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- VIDEO PLACEHOLDER --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnboxing \u0026amp; Product Demo Video\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LHIdmB_avJY\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BENEFITS --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJapanese Precision for Everyday Cooking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SEIDO Kiritsuke Damascus Japanese Chef Knife is built for cooks who want one beautiful, high-performance knife that can handle daily prep with precision. The long, narrow blade profile is excellent for clean vegetable cuts, thin slicing, and smooth, controlled motions across the cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VG-10 steel core provides the sharpness and edge retention expected from a premium Japanese-style kitchen knife, while the 67-layer Damascus cladding adds strength, stain resistance, and a distinctive wave-pattern finish. The Sky Blue resin stabilized wood handle gives the knife a refined look while offering a secure, comfortable grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- FEATURES --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKiritsuke-style blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e a refined Japanese chef knife profile designed for precision slicing, controlled chopping, and elegant presentation cuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVG-10 super steel core:\u003c\/strong\u003e premium blade steel selected for sharpness, strength, and long-term edge performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e67-layer Damascus construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e layered stainless Damascus cladding for durability, corrosion resistance, and a unique blade pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8° double-bevel edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e extremely sharp cutting angle designed for clean, effortless cuts; works for right- and left-handed users.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60–62 HRC hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e hard enough to hold a refined edge while remaining suitable for regular kitchen use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-tang balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e stable construction from blade to handle for improved control and confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErgonomic Sky Blue handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e epoxy resin stabilized wood handle designed for comfort, beauty, and secure handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift-ready presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e includes protective sheath and premium storage \/ gift box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSEIDO Kiritsuke Damascus Japanese Chef Knife – Sky Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKiritsuke Japanese chef knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVG-10 super steel core with 67-layer Damascus stainless cladding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–62 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8° double-bevel edge; 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Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse on wooden, bamboo, or soft plastic cutting boards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid glass, marble, granite, ceramic, or other hard cutting surfaces that can damage the edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHone regularly and sharpen as needed to maintain peak cutting performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse for standard kitchen prep only, including vegetables, boneless meats, fish, fruit, and herbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid cutting bones, frozen foods, hard shells, or using the knife for prying, twisting, or forceful impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- RESTRICTIONS --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRestrictions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis product is a kitchen knife, not an appliance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot intended for use by children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse only for food preparation and standard kitchen cutting tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use on bones, frozen foods, hard shells, glass, ceramic, stone, or metal surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore securely when not in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- WARRANTY --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product includes a Limited Lifetime guarantee covering defects in materials and craftsmanship. Normal wear, misuse, improper care, accidental damage, rust caused by neglect, edge damage from hard surfaces, and damage from dishwasher use are not covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this knife dishwasher safe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This knife should be hand-washed and dried immediately. Dishwashers can damage the blade edge, handle material, and overall finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the knife suitable for left-handed users?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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