{"product_id":"japanese-damascus-shinku-2-piece-performance-set-7-5-inch-19-cm-7-9-inch-20-cm-precision-blades","title":"Japanese Damascus Shinku 2-Piece Performance Set – 7.5-Inch (19 cm) \u0026 7.9-Inch (20 cm) Precision Blades","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Shinku 2-Piece Performance Set is ideal for established kitchen professionals and those aspiring to become one. Each blade supports clean slicing, smooth chopping, and refined handling across vegetables, meat, and fish, making it a reliable choice for daily culinary tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blades measure 19 cm (7.5 in) for the Cleaver and 20 cm (7.9 in) for the Chef Knife. Each knife features 67 layers of Damascus steel surrounding a VG-10 core. Flat grinding on both sides ensures controlled, even cutting, while the uncoated surfaces allow direct contact with ingredients for natural feedback. Grinding angles of 8° provide precise cuts and support left- and right-handed users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith total lengths corresponding to blade and handle combination, each knife feels balanced and composed in hand. Handles range from 10.5–12.5 cm and are made from colored resin with selected maple root wood, offering secure, ergonomic grips for fatigue-free handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set reflects quiet precision, durability, and long-term usability through disciplined construction. Personalized engraving is available for names or initials, with each engraved order delivered in a complimentary gift box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShinku 19 cm Cleaver:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blade 7.5 in (19 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShinku 20 cm Chef Knife: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlade 7.9 in (20 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Damascus steel with VG-10 core, uncoated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evenly distributed for controlled cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colored resin and selected maple root wood, ergonomic and comfortable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetables, meat, fish, and all-purpose preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 ± 2 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat grind on both sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrinding Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 2-piece set defined by balance and control—crafted for versatile performance and lasting refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Okura Cookware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60287268192590,"sku":null,"price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/3719\/8670\/files\/Untitleddesign_68.png?v=1785692481","url":"https:\/\/bykept.com\/products\/japanese-damascus-shinku-2-piece-performance-set-7-5-inch-19-cm-7-9-inch-20-cm-precision-blades","provider":"By Kept","version":"1.0","type":"link"}