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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.
Solid set overall. The damascus pattern is nice and the edges have held up through a month of daily cooking. I do wish the handles were a little less contoured—my hand kind of slides forward if they get wet, but I'm getting used to it. The petty knife gets the most use from me for fruit and small veg, and the kiritsuke is great for slicing meat. They're a bit heavier than my old Chicago Cutlery set but I actually like the extra weight now. Good gift option for sure.
Got this set a few weeks back and I'm super happy with it. The blue resin handles look even better in person, kind of a marbled effect that my wife keeps commenting on. Honestly all of them are sharp as hell out of the box. I've been grabbing the 7 inch santoku for most everything—diced a whole bag of onions yesterday and it just fell through them. The nakiri is my favorite for zucchini and cabbage, feels really balanced. Bread knife cut through a crusty sourdough loaf without mashing it. For $150 for 8 knives, this is a great deal. Came in a nice box too.
These knives are legit. I've been using the set daily for about three weeks now and they hold an edge way better than my old kitchenaid block. The collection covers everything - nakiri for veg, petty for small stuff, bread knife for crusty loaves, and the kiritsuke is my favorite for slicing cooked meat thin. Only thing is the handles are a little slim for my big hands, I wish they had a bit more chunk to them. But for the price you get a full set that looks sharp on the counter. Would buy this as a gift for someone starting out.
So I was skeptical about a $150 set but theres like 8 knives and they all feel solid. The nakiri has become my go-to for veggie prep honestly I use it more than anything else in the set. The santoku is great for meat and the bread knife cuts through sourdough without smashing it which my old serrated knife always did. Blue resin handles look way better in person and they dont get slippery when wet. Came really well packaged, each knife in its own little sleeve. My old set was a cheap target block so this is a big step up.
These are decent knives but I think I expected a bit more for 150 bucks. The blue handle is cool looking, no doubt, and they arrived well packaged. The set covers the basics, I use the kiritsuke for slicing meat and the petty for small jobs. They're sharp out of the box but nothing crazy. Honestly they feel a little light for my taste, like the handles are nice but the blades don't have much heft. My old Henckels feels more substantial even though it was dull. So yeah, they work fine, nothing wrong with them, but I'm not like blown away. Maybe I'd recommend if you want a complete set that looks nice on the counter and does the job, but if you're a serious cook you might want to save up for something better.
Ok so I got this set for myself after using a hodgepodge of cheap knives for years. These knives are legit. The blue resin handles look even better in person, really vibrant and they feel solid in your hand. I probably reach for the 7" santoku the most, it just glides through onions and peppers, no effort. The nakiri is great for veggie prep too, my wife uses that one all the time. The bread knife is no joke either, clean slices on sourdough without squishing it. Came in a nice box, packed well. For $150 this set covers pretty much every task in my kitchen, massive upgrade from the cuisinart set we had before. Only had them like 3 weeks but I'm honestly surprised at the quality for the price.
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.