Shun Kanso Hollow Ground Brisket Knife Blade 12-in with Saya

<p>Kanso is a design principle based on Zen philosophy. It means simplicity, but simplicity that is achieved by eliminating the non-essential. In Kanso concept development, all that doesn't matter was left out and kept everything that does: high-performance steel, razor-sharp edge, perfect balance, and precision cutting control.</p><p><br/>The steel is Japanese AUS10A highly refined, high-carbon, vanadium stainless steel that takes a razor-sharp edge and holds it longer.</p><p><br/>Kanso's Heritage finish hides scratches and gives Kanso a rustic look that just improves with age. The handle is made of a wood called tagayasan or wenge, which is sometimes known in Japan as "iron sword wood".</p><p><br/>The handle contouring enables an easy chef's grip. Full-tang construction provides strength, balance, and easy cutting control.</p><p><br/>Like all Shun knives, Kanso is sharpened to a 16 cutting angle each side to cut cleanly and help preserve food freshness and best taste.<br/><br/><b>Features</b></p><ul><li>AUS10A high-carbon/vanadium stainless steel with Heritage finish for premium performance, distinctive look</li><li>Shun-sharp 16edge (each side) makes food prep fast and easy</li><li>Double-bevel, flat-ground blade glides through food</li><li>Countoured Tagayasan/Wenge wood handle for a comfortable and beautiful grip</li><li>Full tang provides perfect balance</li><li>Blade length: 12-in (30.5 cm)</li><li>Handcrafted in Japan</li></ul><ul></ul><ul></ul><ul></ul>