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Samura Kaiju Paring Knife 78 mm
78 mm / SKU: SKJ-0011
€26,99
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The edge, in numbers
A compact 78 mm paring knife for peeling, trimming and cutting fruit and vegetables. The hammered blade is single-layer AUS-8 stainless steel (58–59 HRC), set in a Pakka wood handle.
- Blade material
- AUS-8
- Hardness
- 58–59 HRC
- Edge type
- Double-bevel edge
- Blade length
- 78 mmBlade 78 mm of 184 mm overall
The details
A closer look
The Samura Kaiju paring knife is a compact knife from the Kaiju series, with a 78 mm blade for close work on fruit and vegetables. Reach for it to peel, trim and cut small pieces where a larger knife feels clumsy. The hammered AUS-8 stainless steel blade sits in a Pakka wood handle.
Blade and steel
The blade is a single layer of AUS-8 stainless steel, hardened to 58–59 HRC. At this hardness the edge copes well with everyday prep, and when it dulls, it is straightforward to restore on a whetstone.
A hammered finish gives the blade the lunar pattern of the Kaiju series. The small craters in the surface help slices come away from the steel instead of clinging to it. The polished double-bevel edge is ground on both sides, with an original factory bevel angle of 15–17°.
Handle and balance
The handle is made of Pakka wood and follows a classic shape. The dense Pakka wood resists moisture as well as odours. At 63 g net and 184 mm overall, the knife is light and compact for small, controlled cuts.
Best uses
- Peeling and trimming fruit
- Trimming and cleaning vegetables
- Cutting small fruit and vegetables into slices or pieces
- Removing seeds, cores and blemishes
Care and sharpening
Before first use, rinse the knife with hot water and wipe it dry. Afterwards, wash it by hand with non-abrasive materials and wipe it dry; a dishwasher is not recommended, and the knife should not be left in the sink for a long time. Cut on wooden or plastic boards, never on glass, leave bones to a SAMURA cleaver and frozen food to a double-sided serrated saw knife, and store the knife in a brush block or knife holder where the blade does not touch metal items. Keep the edge in shape with a honing rod between sharpenings, and sharpen on a whetstone at the original factory bevel angle of 15–17°.
About the Kaiju series
The Kaiju series is named after the giant monsters of Japanese myth and combines hammered, lunar-pattern blades with Pakka wood handles, in two lines with and without a bolster. This paring knife belongs to the line without a bolster and, like all SAMURA knives, comes with a 2-year warranty.
Key features
- Hammered AUS-8 stainless steel blade, 58–59 HRC
- Polished double-bevel edge, 15–17° factory bevel angle
- Dense Pakka wood handle in a classic shape
- 78 mm blade, 184 mm overall, 63 g net weight
- 2-year warranty
Specifications
Technical details
| Series | Kaiju |
|---|---|
| Knife type | Paring knife |
| Purpose | Vegetables & fruits |
| Blade length | 78 mm |
| Total length | 184 mm |
| Blade height | 26 mm |
| Total width | 14 mm |
| Net weight | 63 g |
| Blade material | AUS-8 stainless steel |
| Hardness | 58–59 HRC |
| Steel layers | 1 |
| Blade finish | Hammered |
| Edge type | Double-bevel edge |
| Handle material | Pakka wood |
| Dishwasher safe | No |
| Package dimensions | 32.3 × 7.3 × 2.8 cm |
| SKU | SKJ-0011 |
| EAN | 4751029320629 |
Specifications: SAMURA product data
Care & sharpening
Keep it sharp
- Before first use, rinse with hot water and wipe dry.
- Use only on wooden or plastic cutting boards, never on glass.
- Take care with food that contains bones: use a SAMURA cleaver for meat and bones and a double-sided saw knife with a serrated blade for frozen food.
- Clean by hand with non-abrasive materials and wipe dry. A dishwasher is not recommended.
- Do not leave knives in the sink for a long time.
- Store in a brush block or knife holder so that the blade does not touch metal items.
- Sharpen on a whetstone and keep the original factory bevel angle of 15–17°. Use a honing rod between sharpenings, moving the edge along the rod from the handle to the point.
- Never test sharpness with bare hands; use a piece of paper.
Care and keep
Care kit for this knife
Chosen for AUS-8 steel: a #1000/#3000 whetstone to restore and refine the edge, an angle holder to keep the angle steady, a TPU cutting board and a magnetic holder.
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| Handle material | Pakka wood | Stainless steel |
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| Blade length | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Handle material | Pakka wood | G-10 |
| Edge type | Double-bevel edge | Convex edge |
| Series | Kaiju | Damascus |
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What steel is the Samura Kaiju Paring Knife 78 mm made of?
The blade is made of AUS-8 stainless steel. It is hardened to 58–59 HRC.
How long is the blade?
The blade is 78 mm long. The total length is 184 mm.
What kind of edge does it have?
Edge type: Double-bevel edge.
How do I keep it sharp?
Wash it by hand, dry it straight away and cut on a wooden or plastic board. Chosen for AUS-8 steel: a #1000/#3000 whetstone to restore and refine the edge, an angle holder to keep the angle steady, a TPU cutting board and a magnetic holder.
How fast is delivery, and can I return it?
Standard shipping is free from €79 and EU delivery usually takes 2–5 business days. You can return it within 14 days, and it has a 2-year legal guarantee.
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