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Designed for precision slicing, chopping and fine knife work, it delivers outstanding sharpness, balance and performance for passionate home cooks and professional chefs alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20cm Kiritsuke knife for precision slicing, chopping and fine preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e67-layer Lava Damascus steel with unique brass and copper pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVG10 high-carbon stainless steel core for exceptional edge retention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRockwell hardness of 59–61 HRC for lasting sharpness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision-honed 16–18° cutting edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eErgonomic resin-cast carbon fibre handle with copper foil accents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriple-riveted with copper pins for strength and durability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfectly balanced for comfort and control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKietsu Lava Damascus 20cm Kiritsuke Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a beautifully crafted kitchen knife that blends traditional Japanese-inspired design with premium modern materials. Its striking blade is forged from 67 layers of Damascus steel, enhanced with ribbons of brass and copper that create Kietsu's signature Lava Damascus pattern—a distinctive flame-like design unique to every knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt its heart lies a VG10 high-carbon stainless steel core, renowned for its superb balance of razor-sharp performance, toughness and corrosion resistance. Hardened to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e59–61 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the Rockwell scale and finished with a precise \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16–18° edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it delivers effortless, clean cuts while maintaining its sharpness through extended use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ergonomically shaped handle is crafted from resin-cast carbon fibre with elegant copper foil detailing to complement the blade's dramatic appearance. Triple-riveted with copper pins for exceptional durability, it offers outstanding balance, grip and comfort, making every cut feel controlled and precise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're preparing vegetables, slicing meat or performing intricate knife work, the Kietsu Lava Kiritsuke is built to elevate every cooking experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: Kietsu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection: Lava Damascus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type: Kiritsuke Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length: 20cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Construction: 67-layer Damascus Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCore Steel: VG10 High-Carbon Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Hardness: 59–61 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Angle: 16–18°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material: Resin-Cast Carbon Fibre with Copper Foil Accents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRivets: Triple Copper Pins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u0026amp; Usage Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wash only and dry immediately after use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore safely in a knife block, sheath or magnetic rack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse on wooden or plastic chopping boards to help preserve the cutting edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHone regularly to maintain peak performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid cutting frozen foods or hard bones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge Restriction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou must be aged 18 or over to purchase this knife. 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