Effortless precision for every meal. A razor-sharp 67-layer Damascus blade with ergonomic abalone handle — engineered for confident everyday cooking.
- 8" chef knife - the cornerstone of any kitchen toolkit
- VG10 67-layer Japanese Damascus steel
- Abalone shell handle inlay - premium Japanese craftsmanship
- Razor-sharp out of the box + free worldwide delivery
The Chikashi range
9 pieces-
Chikashi Damascus Steel Knife Set With Abalone Handle
$610.00
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Chikashi Damascus Chef Knife & Steel Set With Abalone Handle
$206.00
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Chikashi 8 inch Chef Knife
$140.00
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Chikashi 7 inch Santoku Knife
$140.00
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Chikashi 8 inch Bread Knife
$140.00
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Chikashi 6 inch Boning Knife
$132.00
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Chikashi 5 inch Utility Knife
$132.00
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Chikashi 3.5 inch Fruit Knife
$115.00
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Chikashi 13 inch Sharpening Steel
$87.00
- Free worldwide shipping On every order
- Lifetime warranty We stand behind it
- 180-day returns Plenty of time to decide
- 4.9★ rated From 145 verified reviews
Is it the right knife?
The Chikashi chef knife. Damascus for every day.
An 8" blade with a VG10 core and 67 layers of Damascus, sharpened to 8–12° per side, with an abalone handle. Our best-selling Chikashi knife — the one that handles almost every job.
- 8" (20.3cm) blade for slicing, dicing and chopping
- VG10 core, 67-layer Damascus, 8–12° edge
- Abalone handle, balanced for fatigue-free cutting
Best for
Choose the chef knife if you want one knife for almost everything — meat, fish, veg and herbs. The curved edge rocks through chopping, and the 8" length handles bigger jobs.
The steel
Why VG10 Damascus?
Every Chikashi blade has a VG10 Japanese steel core wrapped in 67 layers of Damascus, so it takes a keen edge, holds it, and looks like nothing else in your kitchen.
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67
Layers
Damascus steel folded around the core for strength, stain resistance and the feather pattern.
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VG10
Japanese steel core
A high-carbon stainless steel prized for taking a fine edge and holding it.
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8–12°
Edge per side
A finer edge than most Western knives, so it glides through food with less pressure.
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Abalone
Handle
Shimmering abalone set in an ergonomic handle, balanced for fatigue-free cutting.
Specifications
- Blade
- VG10 core, 67-layer Damascus steel
- Edge
- 8–12° per side
- Handle
- Ergonomic abalone handle
- Finish
- Hand-finished feather-pattern Damascus
Care
- Use on wood or plastic boards only
- Hand wash and dry straight after use
- Hone regularly and sharpen at 8–12° per side when it stops slicing cleanly
- Not for bones or frozen food
In your kitchen
Too good to keep in a drawer.
Feather-pattern Damascus and shimmering abalone handles turn every knife into a talking point, and the edge backs up the looks from the very first cut.
How it compares
Chikashi vs the usual suspects
| Feature | Chikashi | Supermarket knife | German steel knife |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting feel | Effortless, clean cuts with light pressure | Tears and squashes soft food | Clean, but needs more force |
| Stays sharp | VG10 core keeps its edge for longer | Dulls quickly | Needs honing more often |
| Precision work | Fine 8–12° edge for slicing and detail | Thick, clumsy blade | Heavier, thicker blade |
| Value | 67-layer Damascus for $140.00 | Cheap, but replaced often | Premium prices for softer steel |
| Feature | Chikashi | Supermarket | German |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting feel | Yes | No | Partly |
| Stays sharp | Yes | No | Partly |
| Precision work | Yes | No | Partly |
| Value | Yes | Partly | No |
Loved in home and pro kitchens
Based on 145 reviews
The knifes look amazing. Feel amazing and sharp so far and so good
Great set of knives! I also bought the magnetic butcher block and the sharpening stone. Highly recommend.
This was a present for my granddaughter's partner who loves cooking and wanted a "proper" chef's knife. He tested it immediately & it sliced through a sheet of paper. Now a prized chef's knife.
Absolutely love the knives I purchased. They are beautiful to look at and very, very sharp. Cooking is a joy with these knives. Very happy, hope to get the rest of them soon!
This knife is perfectly balanced and very sharp. Though costly, I can see the workmanship that has gone into making it, and can understand the price. The handle is beautiful, and the steel has a gorgeous pattern to it; it is a joy to look at. I look forward to enjoying its use for many years to come and will invest in some more matching knives over time.
The service from Santoku was excellent. Thank you.
This knife is so efficient, and made me feel like the coolest chef in the kitchen
In professional kitchens
Trusted by professional chefs
Chefs who use Santoku knives
Gaetano Farucci
Head Chef, Caractère
Giuseppe Biuso
Executive Chef, Il Cappero (Michelin-starred)
Umang Patidar
Claridge's
Edisson Restrepo Hernandez
Las Chilmoleras
Alessandro Sana
Cacciari
Ross Gregor
MasterChef UK
Francesco Arena
Regina Elena 57
Alessandro Fiacco
Singer Palace
Julian George Howells
Merchant Navy C.O.C.
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Keep it razor sharp
Add the whetstone set
Four grits and an angle guide: everything you need to keep your Chikashi edge sharp for years.
Whetstone Sharpening Stones 400/1000 3000/8000 · $87.00FAQ
Good to know
Which Chikashi knife should I start with?
Most people start with the 8" chef knife: it handles meat, fish and veg. Prefer something lighter and more compact? Choose the 7" santoku. Kitting out a whole kitchen? The full set with six knives and the sharpening steel works out cheaper than buying them one by one.
Can it go in the dishwasher?
No. Hand wash and dry it straight after use to keep the edge sharp and the abalone handle looking its best.
How long does delivery take?
Shipping is free worldwide on every order. Most orders arrive within 7–10 business days; remote areas can take a little longer.
What if it’s not right for me?
You have 180 days to return it, as long as it's complete, undamaged and in its original packaging.
Is there a warranty?
Yes. Every Chikashi knife is covered by our lifetime warranty.
Ready when you are
The Damascus chef knife you'll use daily.
Bring it home and feel the difference on your very first chop.
- Lifetime warranty
- 180-day returns
- Free worldwide shipping
