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The Shinano 信濃川 Damascus Pattern Series Knives by Shimeru. Our eye-catching, unique handle designs are made from ergonomic blue resin, which is chemically stabilised. Highly impervious to heat, cold and moisture with military-grade strength and life-long durability.
What's in the Range?
The collection features a knife for every possible kitchen need and requirement. Available in this set are:
Masterfully forged from professional-grade High-Carbon Steel, the Shinano Collection features individually forged kitchen knives that are built to last so that you never need another kitchen knife set again.
The knives are etched with a traditional Damascus pattern, paying homage to a style of knife-making whose history stretches back over 1000 years.
High-Carbon Steel, which was once the metal of choice of Japanese swordsmiths, has been exploding in popularity due to its added hardiness and sharpness, to such a degree that high-carbon steel has become the premier choice of many professional chefs.
Each Shinano knife is carefully heat-treated and sharpened to perfection for razor-sharp cutting and extreme durability. The knives are etched with a traditional Damascus pattern, paying homage to a style of knife-making whose history stretches back over 1000 years.
The knives boast a 15° edge for superior cutting, as compared to a typical 20-25° edge found in most Western knives. You WILL feel the difference from the very first cut.
Crafted from professional-grade, heat-treated high-carbon steel, Shimeru Knives deliver exceptional sharpness, durability, and edge retention. From the first slice, you’ll experience the precision that sets us apart.
Engineered for unmatched sharpness: razor-sharp blades that elevate your culinary experience.
Shimeru Knives feature uniquely designed handles that not only add a sophisticated touch to your kitchen but also provide a comfortable, secure grip for effortless chopping and slicing.
With a double-bevel edge sharpened to 15° (compared to the standard 20-25° of most Western knives), our blades allow for noticeably smoother, faster cuts.
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Step 1: Rinse
Warm water and mild soap after each use. Never put your knife in the dishwasher; the harsh detergents and jostling will damage the edge and handle.
Step 2: Dry
Towel dry immediately. Don't leave it wet or in the sink; even stainless steel can develop spots if left damp.
Step 3: Store
Use a knife block, magnetic strip, or blade guard. Never toss it loose in a drawer; it dulls the edge and is a safety hazard.
That's it. No special maintenance, no fussy rituals. Your Shimeru knife is designed for daily use, and with these three steps it'll stay razor-sharp for years.
Every knife comes in its own presentation box, ready to give as a gift.
These knives are seriously sharp out of the box. I was skeptical about a set at this price but the damascus pattern looks really cool and the handles are comfortable. I've used the petty knife for trimming chicken and the 7" santoku for just about everything else. My old set was so dull I was practically sawing through tomatoes. This collection covers all my needs.
Got this set for my wife's birthday and she's been using them nonstop. The blue resin handles are really striking and they feel solid in hand. We use the santoku and nakiri the most for veg prep, and the bread knife glides through crusty sourdough without tearing it. The kiritsuke is fantastic for slicing meat. Came in a nice box too. Huge upgrade from the cheap knives we had for years.
Got this set for my wife for her birthday and she hasn't stopped talking about it. The blue handles are really pretty in person, pictures dont do it justice. We've been using the nakiri for all our veg prep and its a laser, goes through butternut squash like nothing. The bread knife is also a surprise hit, slices through crusty sourdough without tearing it up. I use the petty for fruit and small stuff, its become my go to. For under $200 for 8 knives this is a steal, my old set was a mix of random crap from walmart. Came in a nice box too, felt good giving it as a gift.
These are ok I guess. The handles look cool but up close they kinda remind me of plastic, not as premium as I thought from the pics. They are sharp enough out of the box and the set has everything you need, but tbh I mainly use the kiritsuke and the petty, the rest sit in the block. Having two santokus in different sizes feels redundant, I'd rather have a proper chef knife. They're lighter than I like too, I prefer some weight when I'm chopping. Not a bad set for the price but I expected a little more for almost $200.
Got this set for my wife's birthday and she's obsessed. The blue handles look even better in person, really unique. The nakiri is her go-to for veg prep, the kiritsuke slices meat like butter. Bread knife is surprisingly good too, didnt expect that from a set. I've been using the petty for small tasks. For under $200, it's a solid set that covers everything we need. Only had em a few weeks but so far no issues, edge is holding up nicely.
I'll start by saying I really like these knives. The damascus pattern is beautiful and they came razor sharp out of the box. The set has a good variety, I find myself reaching for the 7" santoku most days. The blue handles are cool but theyre a little slick when wet, took a few days to get used to the feel. I wish it included a steak knife set or maybe a paring knife that's a bit smaller than the petty. But honestly for the price you get a lot. I'd def recommend to anyone setting up a kitchen.
So I got this set for my wife as a anniversary gift and she absolutely loves them. She was using some cheap block set from Target before and she says these are a night and day difference. The resin handles look really cool in person, like a blue marble almost. She uses the Santoku the most for chopping garlic and herbs but the bread knife made a huge difference for her sourdough loaves. The packaging was nice too came in a box with individual sleeves for each knife. Really happy with the purchase.
Ive been cooking with these for about a month now and honestly I wasnt sure if a set this price would hold up but they have. The Nakiri is my go-to for chopping veggies it just glides through onions like butter no tears. The Kiritsuke I use for trimming meat and it keeps its edge way longer than my old Henckels set. The handles are really comfortable too, they dont slip when my hands are wet which is a big plus. The whole set covers everything I need day to day.
These knives are really nice overall, Ive been using them for a few weeks now and they handle most kitchen tasks really well. The santoku is my go-to for chopping veggies, it slices through onions like butter. Only thing is the handle shape took a little getting used to, its a bit thicker than I like but I dont mind now. The set comes in a nice box too which was a plus for me. Wish the bread knife was maybe a bit longer for bigger loaves but its fine for most things. Definitely recommend this set if you want a decent upgrade without breaking the bank.
So I got this set about a month ago, mostly because I wanted something decent without spending like $500. And theyre nice enough, I guess. The blades came sharp out of the box and the resin handles look cool, not gonna lie. But honestly, for $185 I was kinda expecting a bit more. The Kiritsuke is my go-to right now, works ok for chopping veggies but the balance feels a little off in my hand, maybe its just me. The bread knife does the job, not bad there. The smaller ones seem fine but I haven't used them much. I dunno, they're good knives but they don't feel like a huge upgrade from my old Cuisinart set I had. I'll keep using them but the hype kinda wore off after a week.