Suncraft SENZO CLASSIC Usuba Kitchen Knife 16.7 cm

The Suncraft SENZO CLASSIC Usuba kitchen knife 16.7 cm is a unique tool that combines Japanese precision with elegance and functionality. Its shape resembles a cleaver, but it is smaller and lighter, making it an excellent choice for working with vegetables. The Usuba blade has a straight or gently curved edge, which allows for precise slicing and chopping. Thanks to its high blade, the knife effectively separates the chef’s hand from the cutting board surface, ensuring comfort and safety during work. The Usuba is an ideal tool for slicing vegetables into thin slices, allowing for the creation of even and aesthetically pleasing pieces. It is a knife that is great for both professional and home kitchens, where precision in food preparation is of key importance. Made of 33-layer damascus steel reinforced with a VG-10 steel core, the blade is exceptionally durable and resistant to dulling. The delicate, wavy pattern on the blade is reminiscent of samurai swords, which gives it a unique character. The knife’s handle, made of black Pakkawood, is elegant and ergonomic, and the absence of visible rivets emphasizes its refined appearance. The red ring at the blade’s base adds a stylish accent to the whole. Additionally, the hammered “Tsuchime” texture prevents sliced ingredients from sticking to the knife, which increases work comfort.

*Damascus steel – modern so-called damascus steel is a material consisting of thin layers of stainless steel. Approximately 25% of the central layers form the core, while the remaining 75% are alternating layers of soft and hard steel. This structure gives the knife a characteristic “wavy” effect on the blade surface.

**VG-10 steel is widely considered one of the best materials for producing kitchen knives. Chefs value knives made of this type of steel for both their elegant appearance and exceptional durability. VG-10 is characterized by high hardness, reaching a value of HRC 60 on the Rockwell scale. This makes knives made of this steel extremely sharp and highly resistant to wear, making them a reliable choice in the kitchen.

***Pakkawood is birch or maple wood that has been laminated and impregnated with resin. This makes the material exceptionally resistant to heat and moisture, and its properties make it an ideal choice for knife handles.

Technical data:

Blade – 33-layer steel, VG-10 core Hardness – 60 HRC +/- 1 Overall length – 305 mm Blade length – 167 mm Handle – Black Pakkawood with a red ring Weight – approx. 215 g