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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
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The Tetsuya 5.7" Butcher Knife captures the spirit of βiron philosophy,β uniting strength, precision and traditional craftsmanship in a striking, functional design. Built for both professional chefs and outdoor enthusiasts, it is the perfect companion for serious butchery and grilling.
5Cr15MoV Stainless Steel Blade
Forged from premium 5Cr15MoV stainless steel, the blade delivers excellent hardness, corrosion resistance and long-lasting edge retention. The hand-hammered finish reduces drag and helps prevent food from sticking, allowing clean, powerful cuts through meat and bone.
Rosewood Handle
The contoured rosewood handle provides natural warmth and durability. Triple-riveted for strength and perfectly balanced for control, it offers a secure, comfortable grip even during long or demanding tasks.
Protective Leather Sheath
A custom leather sheath keeps the Tetsuya safely protected during storage or travel and makes it easy to carry from kitchen to campsite.
Power and Precision
The Tetsuya 5.7" Butcher Knife blends Japanese-inspired design with modern steel performance. From breaking down large cuts to carving roasted meats, it delivers strength, agility and dependable sharpness every time.
Crafted from professional-grade, heat-treated high-carbon steel, Shimeru Knives deliver exceptional sharpness, durability, and edge retention. From the first slice, youβll 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 15Β° (compared to the standard 20-25Β° of most Western knives), our blades allow for noticeably smoother, faster cuts.
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Sold OutOk so I bought this on a whim because I needed a decent cleaver for breaking down chickens without spending a fortune. This thing is sharp out of the box and the hammered texture really does keep meat from suctioning to the blade. The rosewood handle is comfortable even when my hands are wet. Sheath is real leather and fits snug. Used it on a whole turkey last week and it went through the rib bones without any issue. My old cleaver would get stuck constantly. Honestly for $45 I dont know how they make money on these.
The knife itself is decent, came pretty sharp and the hammered finish does help with sticking. But I guess I was expecting more weight behind it. When I tried to split chicken breasts for halal cart style, it took more effort than I thought. The handle is smooth, almost too smooth when wet. I'll use it for smaller tasks but its not replacing my heavy cleaver.
Knife is solid, edge came real sharp out of the box and it handled a brisket trim with no issues. Blade has a good weight to it for going through smaller bones. Only thing is the handle shape is a little blockier than what I'm used to, took some time to find the right grip. Wish they made this in a slightly longer size for bigger cuts but overall no real complaints.
Got this for my dad for his birthday and he wont stop talking about it. We used it to break down a whole chicken and some pork ribs and it just glides through. The hammered finish actually works, meat doesnt stick like my old cleaver. Leather sheath is a nice bonus and the rosewood handle feels great in hand. For fifty bucks its a steal.
Got this for my husband for his birthday since he's always doing brisket and ribs on the smoker. He used it to break down a pork shoulder and trimmed a brisket with it, said it went through like butter. The hand hammered finish really does keep meat from sticking to the blade. Leather sheath is a nice bonus for keeping it in the drawer without worrying about the edge. For fifty bucks this thing is a steal.
Solid little cleaver, came sharp out of the box and the leather sheath feels quality. Used it on a whole chicken and some beef ribs, blade didnt struggle at all. Only thing is the handle is a bit slim for my hand and takes some getting used to, wish it was maybe half an inch longer too. Still happy with it for the price.
got this for my husband for fathers day. he smokes a lot of brisket and pork butt. the blade is really solid and it cut through a whole chicken like nothing. hammered finish actually does help with stuff not sticking. handle is a little on the small side for my hands but his are smaller so it works. the leather sheath is a nice touch. wish it came in a longer version but for the price its a solid little cleaver.
Ok so i bought this cause i needed something for trimming up ribs and cutting through small bones. its fine i guess. the blade came sharp and the rosewood handle looks nice. but for 50 bucks i was expecting it to feel a little more substantial, it's not super heavy which some people might like but i wanted more of a chopper. the leather sheath is kinda cheap feeling too. does the job but not blown away.
Got this for trimming up briskets and pork shoulders before grilling season. It does the job, edge came sharp enough out of the box and the hammered finish does seem to help with meat not sticking as much. But for fifty bucks I guess I expected a little more weight to it. The rosewood handle is alright but feels kinda slim in my hand, makes it feel less secure when I'm working through tougher cuts. The leather sheath is a nice touch though. Not a bad knife just not really wowed by it either.
Got this for breaking down a couple of turkeys over Thanksgiving and honestly it handled like a dream. The blade is sharp right out of the box, stayed that way through the whole bird. The hammered finish really does help stuff not stick which surprised me. Handle feels solid in my hand, good grip even when my hands got a little greasy. The leather sheath is a nice bonus too, keeps it safe in the drawer. For fifty bucks this is a steal, way better than my old Dexter knife.