Kai products at Knife Lounge

Blade Guard The new magnetic blade guard made of polyester fabric is the ideal protection for storing knives in the drawer or while traveling. The incorporated neodymium magnets hold the knife securely in position. Size S: for blades up to max. 180x48 mm Size M : for blades up to max. 240x60 mm Size L : for blades up to max. 320x60 mm

Kai Shun Premier utility knife For the trend-setting Shun Premier Tim Mälzer series, KAI developed more knives from 32 layers of corrosion-resistant Damascus steel. This is finished with a hand-hammered finish known in Japan as Tsuchime, combining timeless aesthetics and ultimate sharpness. The blades feature a solid core of VG MAX steel with a hardness rating of 61±1 HRC. True to Tim Mälzer's premise: "A good knife not only makes work easier, it also helps you succeed", each of the carefully crafted damask knives has been meticulously matched to its respective field of application by the Japanese forging artists from Seki City. All shapes also guarantee precise cutting performance for both right-handed and left-handed users due to the particularly symmetrical shape of their walnut handle. Blade length: 6.5", 16.5 cm Handle length: 10.5 cm

Kai Shun Santoku Knife Blade length: 7" (18 cm) Handle length: 12.2 cm Blade material: 32-layer Damascus steel Grinding: double-sided Handle material: laminated Pakka wood Blade hardness: 61±1 HRC Application: suitable for all purposes. The traditional Japanese all-purpose knife (Santoku) is the most popular knife in Japan. However, it is just as suitable for European cuisine.

Kai Shun Premier chef's knife For the trend-setting Shun Premier Tim Mälzer series, KAI developed more knives from 32 layers of corrosion-resistant Damascus steel. This is finished with a hand-hammered finish known in Japan as Tsuchime, combining timeless aesthetics and ultimate sharpness. The blades feature a solid core of VG MAX steel with a hardness rating of 61±1 HRC. True to Tim Mälzer's premise: "A good knife not only makes work easier, it also helps you succeed", each of the carefully crafted damask knives has been meticulously matched to its respective field of application by the Japanese forging artists from Seki City. All shapes also guarantee precise cutting performance for both right-handed and left-handed users due to the particularly symmetrical shape of their walnut handle. Blade length: 8", 20 cm Handle length: 12 cm

Kai Shun Tomato Knife Blade length: 6.0" (15 cm), handle length: 10.4 cm, blade material: 32-layer Damascus steel, grind: double-sided, handle material: laminated Pakka wood, blade hardness: 61±1 HRC Application: For peeling, cutting, cleaning and garnishing fruits and vegetables, for preparing meat by separating fat and tendons and by larding.

Nakiri Blade length: 6.5" (16.5 cm) Handle length: 12.2 cm Blade material: 32-layer Damascus steel Grinding: double-sided Handle material: laminated Pakka wood Blade hardness: 61±1 HRC Application: For cleaning, cutting and chopping cabbage, vegetables and herbs.

Grinding Stone 3000/6000 Combination grinding stone 3000/6000 grit is from Japan. It is supplied in the practical holder or collection tray. With this water ceramic stone and proper handling, sharp knives get a shaving sharpness.

Wasabi utility knife Blade length: 4.0" (10.0 cm)Handle length: 12.6 cmBlade material: Polished stainless steelGrind: Double sidedHandle material: Antiseptic bamboo-polypropylene combinationBlade hardness: 58±1 HRC The small all-rounder especially good for vegetables. But also for small hands. Wasabi Black - polished blade, black handle: The knives developed in Japan, with a stainless polished stainless steel blade with 58±1 HRC hardness, give your kitchen a distinctive, Far Eastern flair. For the Wasabi range, a handle was developed whose special combination of bamboo powder and polyphropylene offers optimal hygiene - also due to the naturally antibacterial effect of the bamboo components. In contrast to the traditional Japanese wooden handle, the black handle is not plugged, but completely encloses the blade, so that the blade is firmly connected to the handle and, on the other hand, no dirt is deposited - commercial kitchen suitability guaranteed.

Kai Shun Minamo Office Knife The Shun Minamo series joins the premium class of kai knife series as an elegant understatement. Here the Japanese and the European are artfully combined. Tim Mälzer had the idea to develop a combination of the typical Japanese Santoku knife and the classic European chef's knife. This fusion was considered the basis for the three blade shapes. The series is defined by a clear design language. A black handle in combination with the specially designed blade, which is evenly interspersed with a fine damask grain, make each knife look like a unique piece. The name of the series comes from this fine grain, which is reminiscent of a water surface (jap. Minamo) in the rain. The blade construction of hard core, sheathed in more flexible Damascus steel, ensures maximum sharpness, long edge retention and ideal performance. Hardness 60 (±1) HRCblade length: 3.5", 9.0 cmHandle length 10.5 cm

Grinding Stone 400/1000 The 400/1000 grit combination whetstone is made in Japan. It is delivered in the practical holder or collecting basin. Put the ceramic water stone in water for about 10 minutes before using it. The darker side (400 grit) should only be used for pre-sharpening or when your knife is already very dull. Otherwise, it is recommended to start directly with the light side (1000 grit).

Kai Shun Chef's Knife White Ham Knife 9'' 32 layers of Damascus steel with a VG Max steel core with a hardness of 61 HRC Handle material: ash colored pakka wood Wood treated with high quality resins and moisture resistant Kai Shun knives combine centuries-old Japanese Samurai forging skills with modern and technically advanced manufacturing processes.

Kai Shun Premier Office Knife For the trend-setting Shun Premier Tim Mälzer series, KAI developed more knives from 32 layers of corrosion-resistant Damascus steel. This is finished with a hand-hammered finish known in Japan as Tsuchime, combining timeless aesthetics and ultimate sharpness. The blades feature a solid core of VG MAX steel with a hardness rating of 61±1 HRC. True to Tim Mälzer's premise: "A good knife not only makes work easier, it also helps you succeed", each of the carefully crafted damask knives has been meticulously matched to its respective field of application by the Japanese forging artists from Seki City. All shapes also guarantee precise cutting performance for both right-handed and left-handed users due to the particularly symmetrical shape of their walnut handle. Blade length: 4", 10 cm Handle length: 10.5 cm

Flexible fillet knife Blade length: 7.0" (18,0cm) Handle length: 12,2 cm Blade material: AUS8A steel Grinding: both sides Handle material: laminated Pakka wood Blade hardness: 59±1 HRC (as no Damascus steel) The fillet knife is sharp and very flexible for filleting meat and fish very thin.

Kai Shun Minamo utility knife The Shun Minamo series joins the premium class of kai knife series as an elegant understatement. Here the Japanese and the European are artfully combined. Tim Mälzer had the idea to develop a combination of the typical Japanese Santoku knife and the classic European chef's knife. This fusion was considered the basis for the three blade shapes. The series is defined by a clear design language. A black handle in combination with the specially designed blade, which is evenly interspersed with a fine damask grain, make each knife look like a unique piece. The name of the series comes from this fine grain, which is reminiscent of a water surface (jap. Minamo) in the rain. The blade construction of hard core, sheathed in more flexible Damascus steel, ensures maximum sharpness, long edge retention and ideal performance. Hardness 60 (±1) HRCblade length: 6", 15 cmHandle length 10.5 cm

Kai Shun Chef's Knife Blade length: 6.0" (15 cm) Handle length: 12.2 cm Blade material: 32-layer Damascus steel Grinding: double-sided Handle material: laminated Pakka wood Blade hardness: 61±1 HRC Application: For cleaning, cutting and chopping cabbage, vegetables and herbs.

Kai Shun Paring Knife Blade length: 2.5" (6.5 cm), handle length: 10.4 cm, blade material: 32-layer Damascus steel, grind: double-sided, handle material: laminated Pakka wood blade hardness: 61±1 HRC Application: For peeling, cutting, cleaning and garnishing fruits and vegetables, for preparing meat by trimming fat and tendons as well as by larding.

Wasabi Yanagiba Blade length: 8.25" (21.0 cm)Handle length: 12.6 cmBlade material: Polished stainless steelGrind: single sidedHandle material: Antiseptic bamboo-polypropylene combination

Kai Shun Bread Knife Blade length: 9.0" (22.5 cm) Handle length: 12.2 cm Blade material: 32-layer Damascus steel Grinding: double-sided Handle material: laminated Pakka wood Blade hardness: 61±1 HRC Application: Scores hard crusts and cuts the soft crumb evenly. Also for large fruits such as pineapple.

Santoku "First Touch" Blade material: 32-layer Damascus steel Handle material: laminated Pakka wood Grinding: double-sided Blade hardness: 61±1 HRC Application: Suitable for all purposes. The traditional Japanese all-purpose knife (Santoku) is the most popular knife in Japan. However, it is just as suitable for European cuisine. With only 14 cm blade length the perfect entry into the Japanese knife world.

Wasabi Bread Knife Blade length: 9.0" (23.0 cm)Handle length: 12.6 cmBlade material: Polished stainless steelGrind: Double sidedHandle material: Antiseptic bamboo-polypropylene combination

Kai Shun Utility Knife Blade length: 6.0" (15 cm) Handle length: 10.4 cm Blade material: 32-layer Damascus steel Grinding: double-sided Handle material: laminated Pakka wood Blade hardness: 61±1 HRC Application: For preparing all kinds of vegetables. The all-purpose knife is specially designed for cutting decorative ornaments from vegetables.

Kai Shun Utility Knife Blade length: 4.0" (10 cm) Handle length: 10.4 cm Blade material: 32-layer Damascus steel Grinding: double-sidedHandle material: laminated Pakka wood, Blade hardness: 61±1 HRC, Application: For preparing all kinds of vegetables.The all-purpose knife is specially designed for cutting decorative ornaments from vegetables.

Trimming shears KAI 7230 professional cutting scissors, 230 mm. The 7000 series is the new generation of professional industrial shears. The blade edges of the 7000 series are made of 58±1 HRC hard and stainless AUS8A stainless steel with a thickness of 3.7 to 4 mm. The shears have a matte finish and a patented "Duplex Interlock" adjustment screw provides consistent tension adjustment. The screw is specially heat treated and extremely robust with a hardness of 45±1 HRC. In 2005, the 7000 series was awarded the IF Design Award.