History of the SUNCRAFT Company
The SUNCRAFT company can boast a wonderful, long-standing history. It was founded in Japan in 1948, and at the very beginning, its activity concerned the field of trade mediation. Thanks to cooperation with local manufactories, SUNCRAFT supplied the entire Land of the Rising Sun with excellent products made in the city of Seki. After 16 years – in 1964 – its own production was launched, with quality, functionality, and aesthetic execution remaining extremely important to the company's owners.
With each passing year, the company developed more dynamically, and the SUNCRAFT brand became a recognizable synonym of reliability associated with culinary tools.
Where are reliable SUNCRAFT knives made?
The place of production of SUNCRAFT kitchen knives – the city of Seki located in Gifu Prefecture – is significant because 800 years ago it became famous for forging the famous samurai swords. The tradition of forging the highest quality blades is upheld by Japanese craftsmen who create knives enjoying a high reputation worldwide. The unique region where SUNCRAFT's headquarters are located is rich in all natural resources (from soil, through wood, to water) allowing the production of such good accessories and kitchen knives.
Among the rich assortment of the Japanese knife manufacturer SUNCRAFT, it is worth highlighting 6 series combining the highest aesthetic execution with essential functionality.
SUNCRAFT Elegancia Series Kitchen Knives
The SUNCRAFT kitchen knives collection Elegancia includes 3 knives made from carefully selected materials inspired by the beauty of Japanese tradition. They have blades made of powder steel SG2 (Super Sold #2), which during the hardening process achieve a high hardness level: 62 +/- 1 HRC. This steel is characterized by very good corrosion resistance and maintains sharpness for a very long time. For this reason, it is eagerly chosen by Japanese blacksmiths. Knives from the SUNCRAFT Elegancia series maintain sharpness for a very long time and are also easy to sharpen again. Additionally, they have relatively low weight. The blade profile and shape refer to traditional Japanese knives Kiritsuke. Thanks to a well-shaped pakkawood handle, they fit comfortably in the hand of the user. The handle has a walnut shade and features an elegant finish with a brass bolster.
SUNCRAFT Senzo Classic Series Kitchen Knives
The SUNCRAFT Senzo Classic series was designed to bring out the best features of both Eastern and Western knife-making art. It is worth noting that the blade is made of beautiful 33-layer Damascus steel. The core of the blades is made of high-carbon steel VG-10, which is considered one of the best materials for making kitchen knives. The high hardness level – around 60 +/- 1 HRC – ensures that the cutting edge stays sharp for a long time. The blade surface has an interesting texture – achieved thanks to a special hammering technique called "Tsuchime". It emphasizes the uniqueness of each knife and also prevents pieces of food from sticking to it while cutting. The handles of the SUNCRAFT Senzo Classic series knives are made of elegant pakkawood and finished with a subtle red spacer connecting it to the bolster.
SUNCRAFT Senzo Twisted Octagon Series Kitchen Knives
The SUNCRAFT Senzo Twisted Octagon kitchen knives have strong blades – made of 33-layer Damascus steel with a core of excellent VG-10 steel – which achieve an impressive hardness of 60 +/- 1 HRC during the hardening process. A feature that highlights the unique character of the SUNCRAFT Senzo Twisted Octagon knives is their octagonal handle. A secure and stable grip is ensured by a slight "twist" of the handle. Beautiful pakkawood is used for its production, and it is additionally decorated with an elegant red spacer.
SUNCRAFT Senzo Universal Series Kitchen Knives
Each Japanese knife from the Suncraft Senzo Universal series features precise construction and perfect balance, making it comfortable and secure in the hand. The blades are forged from 33 layers of Damascus steel, while the core is made of VG-10 steel. During hardening, their hardness level reaches up to 60 +/- 1 HRC. SUNCRAFT Senzo Universal kitchen knives are also very beautiful. They have elegant pakkawood handles in dark brown color and a unique texture on each blade. The hammering effect is created by a finishing technique called "Tsuchime", which gives the knives an original character.
SUNCRAFT Senzo Black Series Kitchen Knives
Besides visual qualities, SUNCRAFT Senzo Black kitchen knives also provide the best functional features. The blades are made of 33 layers of Damascus steel and the core of excellent VG-10 steel. As a result of the hardening process, the blade hardness reaches 60 +/- 1 HRC. The stylish handle in traditional Japanese style with an octagonal shape is made of pakkawood. It provides a secure grip and comfortable, precise work. It is decorated with a light spacer that connects the black ring at the blade base with the wood in a lighter shade.
SUNCRAFT Senzo Clad Series Kitchen Knives
High-quality kitchen knives included in the SUNCRAFT Senzo Clad series have a three-layer blade. Its core is made of AUS-10 steel – a hard high-carbon steel – while the outer layers are made of soft stainless steel. Thanks to this method, the manufacturer can offer exceptionally sharp knives with hardness reaching 58 +/- 1 HRC. Their construction is very thoughtful – SUNCRAFT Senzo Clad knives, thanks to durable AUS-10 steel, have excellent cutting properties. They also feature appropriate flexibility provided by the outer steel layers protecting the core. Each knife has a classic handle made of proven pakkawood, which is highly resistant to moisture and temperature effects.
