Carbon Knives

Carbon steel kitchen knives are valued by chefs and cooking enthusiasts for their exceptional sharpness and ease of sharpening. Carbon steels, from which kitchen knives are made, usually contains from 0.5% to 1.5% carbon.

Among the well-known carbon steels, we can highlight Japanese Shirogami (White Steel) and Aogami (Blue Steel), as well as European and American: 440C, 1095, 1055.

One of the main advantages of carbon steel knives is their ability to achieve an ultra-thin cutting edge. In addition, they are very easy to sharpen, especially on whetstones. You can buy various sharpeners, including whetstones, in our store.

However, kitchen knives made of carbon steel require special care, as they are subject to corrosion. After each use, the blade must be washed by hand and wiped dry. When in contact with acidic foods (lemon, tomatoes) - rinse immediately. Long-term exposure to moisture leads to rust. Carbon steel knives cannot be washed in the dishwasher.

Please note that rust on a carbon steel knife is not a warranty case. Often, a patina appears on such knives. This is not rust. Patina is an oxide layer that protects the metal from corrosion. Unlike rust, patina is dense and stable, and it does not destroy the metal. Patina appears as a result of oxidation of iron when in contact with moisture and acidic substances. The color of the patina can vary - from light gray to dark blue or even black.

To ensure that carbon steel knives serve for a long time, it is important to follow basic care rules: do not leave them wet, wipe them thoroughly after use, periodically lubricate with mineral oil. You can buy care and maintenance products for carbon steel knives in a special section of our store.

Japanese kitchen knife TOJIRO Pro Petty Service en Salle FD-703 15cm
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Kitchen knife TOJIRO Pro Petty Service en Salle 15cm FD-703
A professional kitchen knife crafted under the guidance of the French Center for Culinary Culture, a respected organization promoting French cuisine and culture in Japan. The Tojiro Petty Service en Salle knife has a blade length of 15 cm and weighs only 85 g. Multiple forgings of steel of two different hardnesses create an elegant wave pattern, while the highly uniform VG10 steel core ensures maximum sharpness. The handle is shaped to suit the grip of professional chefs. It is made of hygienic stainless steel with a "tornado" texture that prevents slippage even in wet or oily hands.
€105.00

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Nakiri Japanese kitchen knife Tojiro Zen FD-568 16.5cm
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Nakiri Kitchen knife TOJIRO Zen 16.5cm FD-568
The traditional Japanese Nakiri vegetable knife from the Zen series. Tojiro's ZEN series chef's knives are a worthy continuation of the popular Tojiro Shippu series of kitchen knives, which combines traditional Japanese handles with European-style blades. The cutting surface of the three-layer ZEN blades is made of corrosion-resistant VG-10 steel and boasts a unique sharpness. The series includes a full range of professional culinary tools: from a chef's knife and a utility knife to models designed for sushi making and paring vegetables.
€117.00

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Gyuto Japanese kitchen knife TOJIRO Zen Black FD-1563 18cm
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Gyuto Kitchen knife TOJIRO Zen Black 18cm FD-1563
Tojiro Zen Black Chef knife with 18 cm blade. VG10 as core steel, clad by 13-chrome stainless steel, it has achieved both professional sharpness and easy maintenance. Black oxide processing, which is the technology often used for medical equipment, has been applied on blade. The blade thus has both outstanding corrosion resistance and beautiful visual aspect. Tojiro Zen Black Chef knife FD-1563 weights 120g. Chestnut handle has excellent durability, and additionally applied fire treatment on surface makes it even stronger. Tojiro Zen Black Chef knife FD-1563 is not allowed to wash by dishwasher. It has very hard, but thin blade and not allowed to cut bones and meat with bones, coconuts and other nuts, other hard products.
€140.00

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Gyuto Japanese kitchen knife TOJIRO GAI F-1352 18cm
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Gyuto Kitchen knife TOJIRO GAI 18cm F-1352
The Tojiro GAI F-1352 Japanese gyuto chef's knife has a 180 mm blade. The new Tojiro GAI series features authentic design and ergonomics. The textured handle with a unique, durable surface is made of micarta and secured with bolts. The blades of Tojiro GAI knives are made of premium Japanese VG-10 steel with a 37-layer Damascus pattern. The Tojiro GAI Gyuto knife weighs 170 g. Tojiro knives are not dishwasher safe. Wipe dry after use.
€155.00

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Japanese kitchen knife TOJIRO Zen Black for vegetables FD-1561 9cm
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Kitchen knife TOJIRO Zen Black for vegetables 9cm FD-1561
Tojiro Zen Black paring knife with 90 mm blade. VG10 as core steel, clad by 13-chrome stainless steel, it has achieved both professional sharpness and easy maintenance. Black oxide processing, which is the technology often used for medical equipment, has been applied on blade. The blade thus has both outstanding corrosion resistance and beautiful visual aspect. Tojiro Zen Black paring knife FD-1561 weights 40 g. Chestnut handle has excellent durability, and additionally applied fire treatment on surface makes it even stronger. Tojiro Zen Black paring knife FD-1561 is not allowed to wash by dishwasher. It has very hard, but thin blade and not allowed to cut bones and meat with bones, coconuts and other nuts, other hard products.
€71.00

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Santoku Japanese kitchen knife TOJIRO VG10 Hammered F-1112 17cm
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Santoku Kitchen knife TOJIRO VG10 Hammered 17cm F-1112
The Tojiro VG10 Hammered Santoku is a knife that plays outside of its price box in many ways. First up are the materials. VG10 is one of the best stainless steels used in the making of Japanese knives. It is highly regarded for it good edge retention, toughness, and superior stain resistance. It also gets really sharp. Blade lenght of Tojiro VG10 Hammered Santoku knife is 17 cm. This is a well-proportioned santoku and a knife that will find favor in many home kitchens or with professionals who prefer a smaller chef style knife for close quarters or detail work. Weight is 215 g.VG10 Hammered is a new line of Tojiro knives.
€127.00

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Utility kitchen knife Tojiro VG10 Hammered Petty F-1111 13cm
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Kitchen knife TOJIRO VG10 Hammered Petty 13cm F-1111
Tojiro VG10 Hammered Petty knife has 13 cm blade. The blade is constructed from VG10 and a san mai sandwich of a soft stainless steel. Weight of Tojiro VG10 Hammered Petty knife is 105 g.VG10 Hammered is a new line of Tojiro knives. VG10 is the most favored of all stainless steels in Japanese knife making. It was developed by the Takefu Specialty Steels Company so it only makes sense that most of the local smiths employ it.
€82.00

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Kiritsuke Japanese kitchen knife Tojiro DP Cobalt Alloy VG10 F-796 21cm - 1
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Kiritsuke Kitchen knife TOJIRO Classic 21cm F-796
The TOJIRO Kiritsuke F-796 knife from the Classic series is an extremely durable and corrosion-resistant utility kitchen knife, crafted to professional standards. The blade is crafted from VG10 steel coated with chrome-plated stainless steel, ensuring professional sharpness and easy cleaning. The reinforced laminate handle is extremely durable, resists deformation, and resists wear over time. The metal bolster is highly hygienic and prevents dirt from accumulating between the blade and handle. The TOJIRO Kiritsuke F-796 is a versatile knife suitable for large vegetables, meat, and fish. Its K-shaped blade tip makes it ideal for fine cutting tasks. Weight: 220 g.
€135.00

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Kiritsuke Japanese kitchen knife Hideo Kitaoka CN4216 24cm
Kiritsuke Kitchen knife Hideo Kitaoka 24cm CN4216
Kiritsuke knife 24 sm. Handmade by Mr. Hideo Kitaoka. Damascus blade - 11 layers of Shirogami steel. (White steel), magnolia-wood handle. Blade is sharpened on one side.
€293.51

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Santoku Japanese kitchen knife TOJIRO Zen FD-567 16.5cm
Santoku Kitchen knife TOJIRO Zen 16.5cm FD-567
Traditional Santoku knife Tojiro Zen series. Blade 16,5 cm. Handle is made from magnolia and has good water resistance. The essence of “Tojiro”, fusion of Japanese-style sticking to the keenness and Western-style. This is a standard series with basic functions of Japanese-style knives have been cultivated in their mind by working hard. Edging is the sharpness is the same as upper grade’s even if this is a standard series. Please feel Japanese knife culture close to you.
€116.39

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Gyuto Japanese kitchen knife Tojiro Basic F-317 20cm
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Gyuto Kitchen knife TOJIRO Basic 20cm F-317
Japanese knife Gyuto F-317 from the Tojiro Basic series with blade 20 cm long. Used for chopping, grinding and slicing meat, fish, vegetables and fruits. Handle is light and fits in your hand very natural, it is compressed and laminated layers of thin wood sheets – so called pakkawood – has good water-repellant, very hygienic, and firmly fixed by 3 rivets to avoid wiggling. Light and easy to handle, perfect blade thickness, TOJIRO’s new model for home-use concepting “Bringing professional sharpness to your home”. Blade is Japanese premium knife steel ‒ VG10 ‒ brings you the best sharpness and maximum edge retention. Its convex ground blade holds the edge longer, durable, and easy to re-sharpen. The model has a high resistance against rust and suitable for professional use. Each knife comes in an individual box. Weight 130 gr.
€61.00

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Petty Japanese kitchen knife Tojiro Basic F-318 13.5cm
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Petty Kitchen knife TOJIRO Basic 13.5cm F-318
Compact Japanese knife Petty F-318 from the Tojiro Basic series with a blade length of 13.5 cm. Handle is light and fits in your hand very natural, it is compressed and laminated layers of thin wood sheets – so called pakkawood – has good water-repellant, very hygienic, and firmly fixed by 3 rivets to avoid wiggling. Light and easy to handle, perfect blade thickness, TOJIRO’s new model for home-use concepting “Bringing professional sharpness to your home”. Blade is Japanese premium knife steel ‒ VG10 ‒ brings you the best sharpness and maximum edge retention. Its convex ground blade holds the edge longer, durable, and easy to re-sharpen. The model has a high resistance against rust and suitable for professional use. Each knife comes in an individual box. Weight 65 gr.
€44.00

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Santoku Japanese kitchen knife TOJIRO GAI F-1351 17cm
Santoku Kitchen knife TOJIRO GAI 17cm F-1351
New! Tojiro GAI Santoku knife with 170 mm blade. The Santoku is great for slicing vegetables, fruit, or chicken. It can be used as a general chopping knife. New Tojiro GAI series is suitable for both professional and home use. Not only practical, it is design wise superior and unique. VG-10 premium Japanese knife steel is in the core, which forged by 37 layers low and high carbon stainless steel. The handle with uniquely designed rugged surface fixed by hex bolts. It is one of a kind. Series name “GAI” came from a Japanese word "armor", which is inspired by the handle. Weight of Tojiro GAI Santoku F-1351 is 175 g.
Please, use your Tojiro knives carefully. It is not recommended for such knives - to wash in dishwasher, to leave it in water, to clean by acid liquids, to cut acid fruits like lemon. Hand-dry your knife: This should be done immediately after washing with a clean dishtowel. Rub with mineral oil. If you notice any rust spots, rub a light layer of mineral oil and let dry.
€156.88

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Bread knife Tojiro F-687 27cm - 1
Kitchen knife TOJIRO 27cm F-687
Tojiro knives have a VG-10 steel core hardened to 60-61° Rockwell which allow them to be sharpened to scalpel-like sharpness while still holding the edge for a long time.
€89.95

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Nakiri Japanese kitchen knife Misuzu Hamono V05-J 17cm
Nakiri Kitchen knife Misuzu Hamono 17cm V05-J
Japanese vegetable knife nakiri by Misuzu Hamono. 17 cm blade has a core made of VG-10 steel with stainless steel cover layers. This Misuzu Hamono nakiri knife weights about 140 g. D-shape magnolia lacquered wooden handle. Nakiri is a Japanese knife for chopping and cutting vegetables. Since 2006, the main blacksmith of Misuzu Hamono has been Yamato Miyawaki. Misuzu Hamono Japanese kitchen knives are handmade in Japan.
€159.00

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Nakiri Japanese kitchen knife Goko Hamono OUTLET! Shirogami S/S Clad GHO-004 16.5cm
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Nakiri Kitchen knife Goko Hamono OUTLET! Shirogami S/S Clad 16.5cm GHO-004
OUTLET! The cutting edge has a wavy shape. The knife blade is straight. Goko Hamono nakiri knife with is 16,5 cm blade. The nakiri featured here is a perfect example of their philosophy. Utilizing a core of white #1 steel with a stainless cladding, the Goko nakiri is made with a slightly asymmetric edge grind. The steel is hardened to 60 HRC. A lovely rustic finish and oak wood octagonal handle complete the package.
€160.32
€200.40

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Santoku Japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Aogami Super IWK-002 18cm
Santoku Kitchen knife Ittetsu Aogami Super 18cm IWK-002
Ittetsu Santoku knife with 18 cm blade. Blade is made of Aogami Super steel blade with stainless steel clad. Handle is made of black pakka wood. This santoku Japanese knife weights about 160 g. Ittetsu knives are handmade in Echizen city, Japan. Santoku is a double-beveled multi-proposal Japanese knife.
€159.00

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Deba Japanese kitchen knife Hideo Kitaoka 11 Layered Shirogami CN1203 16.5cm
Deba Kitchen knife Hideo Kitaoka 11 Layered Shirogami 16.5cm CN1203
Custom Deba knife 165 mm. Handmade by Mr. Hideo Kitaoka. Shirogami steel, 11 layers. Blade is sharpened on one side. Handle made from Japanese magnolia wood, which has good water resistance and smooth surface. Deba is traditionally used to clean and fillet whole fish, but it is also commonly used for breaking down and dressing poultry and meats with small bones. Please, use your carbon knives carefully. It is not recommended for such knives - to wash in dishwasher, to leave it in water, to clean by acid liquids, to cut acid fruits like lemon. Hand-dry your knife: This should be done immediately after washing with a clean dishtowel. Rub with mineral oil. If you notice any rust spots, rub a light layer of mineral oil and let dry.
€230.00

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Gyuto Japanese kitchen knife Ryusen Hamono Houenryu Black HE-201 24cm
Gyuto Kitchen knife Ryusen Hamono Houenryu Black 24cm HE-201
Exclusive chef knife Ryusen Hamono, collection Houenryu Black. Blade length is 24 cm. Coreless blade is made of VG10 and VG2 steels, 70 layers. Japanese white birch and resin handle. The Rockwell hardness on this knife is about 62 HRC. Ryusen Hamono Houenryu Gyuto knife goes in black gift box. Only handwash allowed. 
€2,530.24

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Santoku Japanese kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Aogami 2 Bocote KT-202 16.5cm
Santoku Kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Aogami 2 Bocote 16.5cm KT-202
Santoku knife Matsubara Hamono made by master Katsuto Tanaka. This knife is made of Aogami 2 steel with stainless steel clad. Handle is made of walnut wood. Knives under the Matsubara Hamono name are made by master blacksmith Katsuto Tanaka-san who started making knives when he was 20 years old back in 1982. The knife making history of the Matsubara region can be traced back to the year 1474 when Master Yukiyasu Naminohira moved here to make swords in the Hachiman Shrine. Using Matsubara Hamono knife avoid Bones, Frozen foods, nuts and hard candies or anything other than fruits, vegetables and proteins.
€219.00

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Gyuto Japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Aogami 2 S/S Clad ISW-09 24cm
Gyuto Kitchen knife Ittetsu Aogami 2 S/S Clad 24cm ISW-09
Gyuto Japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Aogami 2 S/S Clad ISW-09 from Ittetsu knife with a 24 cm blade for any task in the kitchen. Octagonal handle is made of walnut. The bolster is made of Macassar ebony. The blade is made of Aogami #2 with stainless steel clad, Nashiji finnish. This is very similar to white paper steel but with tungsten and chromium added to it which helps with edge retention and slows down rusting. The steel has then been hardened to 62-63 Rockwell and wrapped in stainless steel to further ease maintenance.  This knife cannot be washed in the dishwasher. Hand wash with warm water and towel dry. Japanese kitchen knives have a very hard but thin blade. Japanese knives are not allowed to cut bones and meat with bones, coconuts and other nuts, and other hard foods. Ittetsu knives due to handmade may differ slightly from those shown in the photos and sizes. Echizen city, Japan.
€221.65

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Japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Usuba Shirogami 2 IJF-11140 16.5cm
Kitchen knife Ittetsu Usuba Forge-welded 16.5cm IJF-11140
Designed specifically for cutting vegetables the Japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Usuba IJS-1114O with 165 mm forge-welded blade made of Shirogami #2 carbon steel. As another tool in the kitchen, the Usuba knife can become invaluable when preparing traditional Japanese cuisine. The oval shaped handle is made of magnolia wood. Carbon steel is susceptible to rust and must be kept dry and clean at all time’s to avoid oxidation and discolouration. Hand wash with warm water and towel dry. Ittetsu knives are handmade in Echizen city, Japan.
€140.68

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Santoku Japanese kitchen knife Tsutomu Kajiwara TK-1115BGA 16.5cm
Santoku Kitchen knife Tsutomu Kajiwara 16.5cm TK-1115BGA
 Japanese santoku knife handmade by Tsutomu Kajiwara. Santoku translates as 'three uses', are ideal for mincing, dicing and slicing, as they feature a straight edge with a narrow sheep's foot blade. Blade 165 mm is made of Aogami 2 steel with iron damascus clad. Traditional japanese wooden handle made of bocote wood. Please, use your Tsutomu Kajiwara knife carefully. It is not recommended for such knives - to wash in dishwasher, to leave it in water, to clean by acid liquids, to cut acid fruits like lemon. Hand-dry your knife: This should be done immediately after washing with a clean dishtowel. Rub with mineral oil. If you notice any rust spots, rub a light layer of mineral oil and let dry.
€185.21

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Deba Japanese kitchen knife Hideo Kitaoka 11 Shirogami Layers
Deba Kitchen knife Hideo Kitaoka 11 Shirogami Layers 21cm CN-4205
Deba fish knife by Mr. Hideo Kitaoka with the blade made of 11 layers of a great Shirogami carbon steel. This 0,5 kg heavy deba knife has 21 cm blade. Handle made of a natural rosenwood. It is not recommended for such knives - to wash in dishwasher, to leave it in water, to clean by acid liquids, to cut acid fruits like lemon. Hand-dry your knife: This should be done immediately after washing with a clean dishtowel. Rub with mineral oil. If you notice any rust spots, rub a light layer of mineral oil and let dry.
€322.86

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