With the Shinrai Knives - Hikari Damascus 5-piece knife set, you choose precision and elegance. "Hikari" means light in Japanese, a fitting name for a knife series that offers effortless cutting movements and unparalleled balance.
Whether you're a professional chef or a passionate home cook, with this set you'll have the perfect knife for every cutting task at your fingertips.

Hikari Damascus
The knives in the Hikari series are crafted from 3-layer composite steel with a VG-10 Damascus steel core. Thanks to a special vacuum heat treatment, the steel achieves an exceptional hardness of 60–62 HRC, ensuring long-lasting sharpness, rust resistance, and strength.
The result is a collection that combines traditional forging with modern technology, creating knives that not only look stunning but also perform unparalleled.

The 5-piece set consists of:

• Chef's knife (20 cm) : The versatile all-rounder – ideal for meat, fish, vegetables and herbs.
• Santoku knife (18 cm) : The Japanese all-rounder, perfect for precise cutting and chopping.
• Bread knife (20 cm) : With its sharp serrated edge, it cuts effortlessly through hard crusts and soft centers.
• Office knife (13 cm) : Compact and powerful, ideal for cutting and portioning smaller ingredients.
• Paring knife (8 cm) : Perfect for precision work such as peeling, cutting and decorating fruit and vegetables.

Unique features and specifications

• 3-layer composite steel with VG-10 core:
  Provides exceptional sharpness, strength and rust resistance.
• Vacuum heat treatment:
  Improves the steel structure and ensures optimum performance and durability.
• Hardness 60–62 HRC:
  Keeps the blade razor-sharp for a long time, even with intensive use.
• 15° cutting angle:
  For a perfect balance between sharpness and control.
• Pakkawood handle:
  Water-resistant, ergonomically shaped and finished with a luxurious mosaic rivet.
• Perfectly balanced design:
  Fits comfortably in the hand and provides maximum control for every cutting task.

Sustainability and quality
Hikari Damascus knives are designed to last for generations. Thanks to the combination of high-quality steel, craftsmanship, and ergonomic design, you'll enjoy knives that retain their sharpness, beauty, and performance for years to come.
Every cut feels effortless, precise and controlled – just as you would expect from Japanese craftsmanship.

A stylish gift
The 5-piece Hikari knife set comes in a luxurious gift box. Perfect as a gift for a culinary enthusiast or as a stylish addition to your own knife collection.

Bring light, sharpness and elegance to your kitchen with the Shinrai Knives - Hikari Damascus 5-piece knife set
A perfect balance between tradition, technology and timeless design.

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Returns
Easy returns within 90 days. For more information please visit www.shinraiknives.com/pages/returns

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