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Pchak knives

Pchak brings together versatile knives for meat, fish and vegetables. You will find pchaks, long slicer pchaks and chef's knives from two series: Sultan, with 67-layer Damascus steel at 59–61 HRC and G-10 handles, and Sultan Pro, inspired by the Turkic pchak hunting knife, with AUS-8 steel at 58–59 HRC, TPE handles and a satin or stonewash finish. Every blade has a convex edge.

The pchak knife, explained

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Samura Sultan Chef's Knife 164 mm, Red Handle – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 59–61 HRC · 164 mm

Sultan Chef's Knife 164 mm, Red Handle

€122,99€86,10 with BLACK NOVEMBER

Samura Sultan Chef's Knife 164 mm, Black Handle – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 59–61 HRC · 164 mm

Sultan Chef's Knife 164 mm, Black Handle

€122,99€86,10 with BLACK NOVEMBER

Samura Sultan Pro Pchak Knife 161 mm, Satin – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

AUS-8 · 58–59 HRC · 161 mm

Sultan Pro Pchak Knife 161 mm, Satin

€19,99€14,00 with BLACK NOVEMBER

Samura Sultan Pro Slicer Pchak Long Knife 213 mm, Stonewash – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

AUS-8 · 58–59 HRC · 213 mm

Sultan Pro Slicer Pchak Long Knife 213 mm, Stonewash

€26,99€18,90 with BLACK NOVEMBER

Samura Sultan Pro Slicer Pchak Long Knife 213 mm, Satin – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

AUS-8 · 58–59 HRC · 213 mm

Sultan Pro Slicer Pchak Long Knife 213 mm, Satin

€22,99€16,10 with BLACK NOVEMBER

Samura Sultan Pro Pchak Knife 161 mm, Stonewash – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

AUS-8 · 58–59 HRC · 161 mm

Sultan Pro Pchak Knife 161 mm, Stonewash

€23,99€16,80 with BLACK NOVEMBER

Samura Sultan Long Slicer Pchak 210 mm, Black Handle – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 59–61 HRC · 210 mm

Sultan Long Slicer Pchak 210 mm, Black Handle

€134,99€94,50 with BLACK NOVEMBER

Samura Sultan Pro Chef's Knife 166 mm, Stonewash – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

AUS-8 · 58–59 HRC · 166 mm

Sultan Pro Chef's Knife 166 mm, Stonewash

€24,99€17,50 with BLACK NOVEMBER

Samura Sultan Long Slicer Pchak 210 mm, Red Handle – main view BLACK NOVEMBER −30%

Damascus · 59–61 HRC · 210 mm

Sultan Long Slicer Pchak 210 mm, Red Handle

€134,99€94,50 with BLACK NOVEMBER

Knife guide

The pchak knife, explained

The pchak is a broad, straight-backed knife from the Central Asian tradition. It slices meat, fish and vegetables with long, steady strokes. Here is how it works, how to choose one and how to keep its convex edge keen.

All models in stock, compared

ModelBlade steelHardnessBladeHandlePrice
Samura Sultan Pro Pchak Knife 161 mm, Satin AUS-8 58–59 HRC 161 mm TPE €19,99€14,00
Samura Sultan Pro Slicer Pchak Long Knife 213 mm, Satin AUS-8 58–59 HRC 213 mm TPE €22,99€16,10
Samura Sultan Pro Pchak Knife 161 mm, Stonewash AUS-8 58–59 HRC 161 mm TPE €23,99€16,80
Samura Sultan Pro Chef's Knife 166 mm, Stonewash AUS-8 58–59 HRC 166 mm TPE €24,99€17,50
Samura Sultan Pro Slicer Pchak Long Knife 213 mm, Stonewash AUS-8 58–59 HRC 213 mm TPE €26,99€18,90
Samura Sultan Chef's Knife 164 mm, Red Handle Damascus 59–61 HRC 164 mm G-10 €122,99€86,10
Samura Sultan Chef's Knife 164 mm, Black Handle Damascus 59–61 HRC 164 mm G-10 €122,99€86,10
Samura Sultan Long Slicer Pchak 210 mm, Black Handle Damascus 59–61 HRC 210 mm G-10 €134,99€94,50
Samura Sultan Long Slicer Pchak 210 mm, Red Handle Damascus 59–61 HRC 210 mm G-10 €134,99€94,50

What it is and what it does best

A pchak has a wide blade, a fairly straight spine and an edge that sweeps up gently towards the tip. The broad blade puts weight behind each stroke, so the knife moves through food with little effort.

It is a true all-rounder. You can slice meat for a stew, portion fish, shred onions and cut bread with the same knife. Longer slicer pchaks are made for long, clean cuts through roasts and large vegetables.

  • Slicing raw and cooked meat
  • Shredding onions, cabbage and herbs
  • Portioning fish fillets
  • Cutting bread and sausage

How to choose

SAMURA pchaks run from 159 to 213 mm. A shorter blade suits a compact board and smaller hands. A longer one gives you a full slicing stroke for roasts and big vegetables.

Think about steel and grip too. 67-layer Damascus steel at 59–61 HRC is harder and generally holds an edge longer. AUS-8 stainless steel at 58–59 HRC is tough and easy to resharpen. G-10 handles feel firm and dense; TPE handles are softer and keep their grip when wet.

Compared with the closest types

A chef's knife usually has more curve along the edge, which suits a rocking cut. The pchak's flatter edge favours push and pull strokes, much like a wide slicer.

A slicing knife is narrower and made mainly for carving. The pchak's broad blade makes it more versatile: it slices, chops and scoops food off the board.

In the SAMURA range

The pchak shape comes in the Sultan and Sultan Pro series. Sultan uses 67-layer Damascus steel at 59–61 HRC with G-10 handles. Sultan Pro is inspired by the Turkic pchak hunting knife, with AUS-8 stainless steel at 58–59 HRC, TPE handles and a satin or stonewash finish.

You will find pchaks, long slicer pchaks and chef's knives here. Every blade in the collection has a convex edge.

Care and sharpening

Wash your pchak by hand in warm water and dry it straight away. Store it in a block, on a magnetic strip or in a sheath, not loose in a drawer.

A convex edge curves gently into the apex rather than meeting it at a flat bevel. Hone it regularly and touch it up on whetstones with light, rolling strokes that follow that curve.

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How to choose

Four steps to the right knife

  1. Start with what you cook most

    Meat: a chef's knife or slicing knife. Vegetables: a santoku or nakiri. Fish: a fillet knife or yanagiba. Bread: a serrated bread knife.

  2. Choose the length

    About 200 mm or more for large produce and roasts, 150–180 mm for most home kitchens, under 130 mm for peeling and small work.

  3. Choose the steel

    AUS-8 is hard-wearing and easy to sharpen. AUS-10, VG-10 and Damascus are harder, 59–61 HRC, and can take a finer edge.

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  4. Plan the care

    A whetstone and a wooden or plastic board keep any edge sharp for years. Each product page shows a care kit matched to its steel.

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Four reasons to choose SAMURA

  1. Ultra-sharp from the first cut

    Japanese-grade AUS-8, AUS-10, VG-10 and Damascus steels, hardened to 58–61 HRC and sharpened to a razor-sharp, precise edge.

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    The steel, finish and design of high-end Japanese-style knives without the luxury mark-up: a premium knife you can use every day.

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What is a pchak used for?

A pchak is a general kitchen knife. It slices meat, fish, vegetables, fruit and bread. Its wide blade makes long slicing strokes easy.

Which length should I choose?

SAMURA pchaks run from 159 to 213 mm. Pick the shorter end for small boards and everyday prep. Pick the longer end if you often slice roasts or large vegetables.

What is the difference between Sultan and Sultan Pro?

Sultan has 67-layer Damascus steel at 59–61 HRC and G-10 handles. Sultan Pro has AUS-8 stainless steel at 58–59 HRC, TPE handles and a satin or stonewash finish.

What is a convex edge?

The sides of a convex edge curve gently down to the cutting line instead of meeting at a flat bevel. It keeps plenty of steel behind the edge for support.

Can a pchak replace my chef's knife?

For many cooks, yes. It handles most chef's knife tasks. If you prefer rocking cuts, a chef's knife with a more curved edge may feel more natural.

What guarantee do SAMURA knives have?

Every product comes with the 2-year legal guarantee.

Can I return a knife?

Yes. You can return an order within 14 days – see the return policy for the conditions.

How should I care for my knife?

Wash by hand and dry straight away. Each product page lists the care instructions for that knife.