Seki Kanetsugu Zuiun Kiwami Gyuto 8.5" (9505)

Crafted from premium materials, the Zuiun Kiwami Gyuto 9505 Knife from Seki Kanetsugu is designed to tackle any kitchen task with ease. The blades feature a distinctive wavy "hamon" pattern reminiscent of traditional Japanese swords. Launched to celebrate Seki Kanetsugu's 100th anniversary, the “Zuiun” series boasts R2/SG2 high-speed powder core steel, heat-treated and cold-treated to achieve a hardness of 62-63 HRC, ensuring exceptional edge retention. This knife showcases the highest level of craftsmanship from Kanetsugu, highlighted by stunning mirror-like Damascus cladding and excellent tapering for superior edge geometry. The harder SG2 steel allows for remarkable thinness behind the edge, enhancing cutting performance. It also features a unique Shichikaku (Heptagon) handle made of brown pakkawood, adorned with an elegant mosaic pin. Offering outstanding fit and finish in its price range, each knife in the Zuiun series comes beautifully packaged in a Paulownia wood box. To clean your knife, wash it by hand using mild soap, then rinse with hot water and dry it immediately, as dishwashers can cause damage. For wood handles, apply food-safe wax occasionally to prevent drying and maintain their condition.