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.

Santoku Japanese kitchen knife Naoki Mazaki NM-1309 16.5cm
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Santoku Kitchen knife Naoki Mazaki 16.5cm NM-1309
Santoku Naoki Mazaki NM-1309 with 16,5cm blade. The blade made of Shirogami #2 steel, with hardness 62-63HRC. Handle made of ash and quince. Handmade in Japan. Masaki-san, a blacksmith from Sanjo, is relatively young, he hails from the island of Hokkaido. A young man with no definite direction in life, he set off on his motorcycle across Japan. When he stayed in Sanjo, he was fascinated by the local blacksmithing and knife business. After about five years of apprenticeship with Yoshikane, he decided that he would prefer a more traditional, practical approach to creating knives.
Masaki-san prefers to use the more traditional Shirogami #2 to make his knives, and he often finishes many of his blades, giving them a rustic look. Shirogami has incredible cutting edge durability and sharpness.
€191.29

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Gyuto Japanese kitchen knife Yu Kurosaki Fujin VG10 Damascus ZVD-210CHO 21cm
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Gyuto Kitchen knife Yu Kurosaki Fujin VG10 Damascus 21cm ZVD-210CHO
Yu Kurosaki Chef knife, 21 cm. The handle is made this time of oak. Yu Kurosaki Fujin series fearture Nickel Damascus-patterned blades with a core of VG-10 stainless steel for professional with a hardness of 60-61 HRC, which provides excellent rust resistance and a long-lasting edge as well as its beautifulness. The blade surface has Damascus and unique hammered FUJIN texture which causes an image of a Japanese god believed to control the wind. Handmade by Mr. Yu Kurosaki.
€393.71

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Nakiri Japanese kitchen knife Yu Kurosaki Fujin VG10 Damascus ZVD-165NARB 16.5cm
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Nakiri Kitchen knife Yu Kurosaki Fujin VG10 Damascus 16.5cm ZVD-165NARB
Yu Kurosaki Fujin series nakiri with Nickel Damascus-patterned blades with a core of VG-10 stainless steel. Hardness of 60-61 HRC provides excellent rust resistance and a long-lasting edge as well as its beautifulness. The blade surface has Damascus and unique hammered FUJIN texture which causes an image of a Japanese god believed to control the wind. The handle of Nakiri Fujin VG10 Damascus Series is made rosewood. Yu Kurosaki works in Takefu Knife Village where he apprenticed with Hiroshi Kato.
€364.35

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Kiritsuke Japanese kitchen knife Hideo Kitaoka Shirogami CN-22161 24cm
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Kiritsuke Kitchen knife Hideo Kitaoka Shirogami 24cm CN-22161
Handmade single-beveled kiritsuke knife by Mr. Hideo Kitaoka. 24 cm blade is made of carbon steel with Shirogami steel core Handle made of a natural pakkawood.  Hideo Kitaoka in Takefu, Fukui Province specializes in the production of high-quality single-edged kitchen knives. 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. The knife has rounded tip. 
€222.66

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Deba Japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Shirogami 2 IJF-11107 16.5cm
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Deba Kitchen knife Ittetsu Forge-welded Shirogami 2 16.5cm IJF-11107
The japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Deba IJF-11107 with 165 mm forge-welded blade made of Shirogami #2 carbon steel. The oval shaped handle is made of magnolia wood. The blade is single bevel. 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.
€130.56

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Gyuto Japanese kitchen knife Seki Kanetsugu Shiun 6502 20cm
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Gyuto Kitchen knife Seki Kanetsugu Shiun 20cm 6502
The luxurious Gyuto 6502 Shiun Series knife from Seki Kanetsugu can easily handle any task in your kitchen. Offering both sharpness and durability, this elegant knife is sure to become your favorite in no time- The VG-10 core steel is forged between three layers of softer steel. The outer layer ensures that the core steel is well protected against possible damage and oxidation. The outer layer is also equipped with a beautiful hammer blow (Tsuchime) pattern so that products stick to the blade less quickly. Beautiful handle is made from oak. Gyuto means an all-purpose knife, including meat, fish, and vegetables.  Japanese Seki Kanetsugu knives are supplied in branded boxes.
€156.88

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Santoku Japanese kitchen knife Seki Kanetsugu Shiun 6312 17cm
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Santoku Kitchen knife Seki Kanetsugu Shiun 17cm 6312
The impressive and luxurious Santoku 6312 Shiun Series knife from Seki Kanetsugu can easily handle any task in your kitchen. Santoku means an all-purpose knife, including meat, fish, and vegetables. Offering both sharpness and durability, this elegant knife is sure to become your favorite in no time- The VG-10 core steel is forged between three layers of softer steel. The outer layer ensures that the core steel is well protected against possible damage and oxidation. The outer layer is also equipped with a beautiful hammer blow (Tsuchime) pattern so that products stick to the blade less quickly. Beautiful oak handle coated with Japanese natural lacquer with a patterned finish in gold leaf (copper). Japanese Seki Kanetsugu knives are supplied in branded boxes.
€159.91

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Bunka Japanese kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Shirogami Iron clad Walnut KT-003 17cm
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Bunka Kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Shirogami Iron clad Walnut 17cm KT-003
Bunka knife with 17 cm blade. This knife is made from 3 layers of steel using a technique called Sanmai (Forge welding). It involves laminating a piece of carbon steel with iron clad. Walnut wooden handle. 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. 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 soft products.
€192.30

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Japanese kitchen knife Gyuto Ittetsu Aogami 2
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Gyuto Kitchen knife Ittetsu Aogami 2 S/S Clad 18cm ISW-16
The perfect Gyuto  Aogami 2 S/S Clad ISW-16 from Ittetsu knife with a 18 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. Weight 345 gr.
€187.24

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Japanese kitchen knife Nakiri Matsubara Hamono Aogami 2 Bocote KT-208 16.5cm
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Nakiri Kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Aogami 2 Bocote 16.5cm KT-208
Nakiri 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. Macassar ebony + Hard maple ring. 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.
€202.42

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Santoku Japanese kitchen knife Tojiro Basic F-316 17cm
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Santoku Kitchen knife TOJIRO Basic 17cm F-316
Japanese knife Santoku F-316 from the Tojiro Basic series with blade 17 cm long. 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.
€57.69

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Blade Yoshikane Hamono Gyuto Shirogami 2 YH-BS2G240 24cm
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Blade Yoshikane Hamono Santoku Shirogami 2 24cm YH-BS2G240
Blade for gyuto knife hand forged in workshop Yoshikane Hamono, Japan. Blade is made of Shirogami 2 (White 2) carbon steel with stainless steel clad. The high of blade is about 49 mm. It is not allowed to wash by dishwasher. Japanese kitchen knives have very hard, but thin blade. It is not allowed to cut any hard products. 
€313.75

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Sujihiki Japanese kitchen knife Yoshikane Hamono Shirogami 2 YH-S2S240 24cm
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Sujihiki Kitchen knife Yoshikane Hamono Shirogami 2 24cm YH-S2S240
Sujihiki knife hand forged in workshop Yoshikane Hamono, Japan. 24 cm blade is made of Shirogami 2 (White 2) carbon steel with stainless steel clads. Sujihiki is Japanese double edged slicing knife. Walnut handle. The high of blade is about 41.5 mm. This knife is not allowed to wash by dishwasher. Japanese kitchen knives have very hard, but thin blade. It is not allowed to cut any hard products. 
€369.42

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Santoku Japanese kitchen knife Yoshikane Hamono Shirogami 2 YH-S2S165 16.5cm
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Santoku Kitchen knife Yoshikane Hamono Shirogami 2 16.5cm YH-S2S165
Santoku knife hand forged in workshop Yoshikane Hamono, Japan. Blade is made of Shirogami 2 (White 2) carbon steel with stainless steel clads. This Japanese hand made santoku knife has wenge wood handle. The high of blade is about 50.5 mm. This knife is not allowed to wash by dishwasher. Japanese kitchen knives have very hard, but thin blade. It is not allowed to cut any hard products. 
€302.62

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Japanese kitchen knife Bunka Daisuke Nishida Forge-welded Shirogami 1 DN-11225 18cm
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Bunka Kitchen knife Daisuke Nishida Forge-welded Shirogami 1 18cm DN-11225
The Bunka Daisuke Nishida DN-11225 knife is forged by Daisuke Nishida and is one of the greatest, magnificent examples of Japanese knives. Blade 180 mm is made of carbon steel Shirogami No. 1 by forge welding with a black coating. The Daisuke Nishida Bunka has an octagonal walnut handle with a maple ring. The bolster is made of Macassar ebony wood. This knife cannot be washed in the dishwasher. 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. Daisuke Nishida knives due to handmade may differ slightly from those shown in the photos and sizes. Weight 250 gr.
€181.17

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Japanese kitchen knife Petty Mutsumi Hinoura Shirogami 2 MHN-1103BR 15cm
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Petty Kitchen knife Mutsumi Hinoura Shirogami 2 15cm MHN-1103BR
The petty knife with a blade length of 15 cm is handcrafted by Mutsumi Hinoura. Ideal for cutting vegetables and meat that are too small for a Chef’s knife. Blade of this petty knife is made of Shirogami #2 iron clad steel. The ergonomic handle is made of oak. This  knife is not allowed to wash by dishwasher. Japanese kitchen knives have very hard, but thin blade. It is not allowed to cut by japanese chef knives bones and meat with bones, coconuts and other nuts, other hard products. Weight 155 gr.
€207.48

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Japanese kitchen knife Daisuke Nishida Funayuki DN-11211 16.5cm
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Kitchen knife Daisuke Nishida Funayuki 16.5cm DN-11211
The Funayuki DN-11211 knife is forged by Daisuke Nishida and is one of the greatest, magnificent examples of Japanese knives. Funayuki was originally used by fishermen to prepare meals at sea. This is a universal knife, it is equally convenient for them to butcher medium-sized fish, butcher its fillet and cut vegetables. Funayuki combines the look of a deba, a nakiri, and a yanagiba. Blade 165 mm is made of carbon steel Shirogami No. 1 by forge welding with a black coating. The Daisuke Nishida Funayuki has an octagonal walnut handle with a maple ring. The bolster is made of Macassar ebony wood. This knife cannot be washed in the dishwasher. 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. Daisuke Nishida knives due to handmade may differ slightly from those shown in the photos and sizes. Weight 240 gr.
€172.06

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Japanese kitchen knife Goko Hamono Shirogami S/S Clad Honesuki GHO-0101 15cm
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Kitchen knife Goko Hamono Shirogami S/S Clad Honesuki 15cm GHO-0101
Honesuki knife, handmade by Goko Hamono workshop. Honesuki is similar to a boning knife, it is intended for processing meat. The blade is 150 mm long and is made of Shirogami 1 steel with stainless steel cladding. Traditional Japanese wa handle is made of rosewood. 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.
€241.89

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Japanese kitchen knife Yanagiba Ittetsu Forge-welded Shirogami 2 IJF-15123 21cm
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Yanagiba Kitchen knife Ittetsu Forge-welded Shirogami 2 21cm IJF-15123
 This sushi knife by Ittetsu has 210 mm forge-welded blade made of Shirogami #2 carbon steel. Weight is 350 g. The oval shaped handle is made of magnolia wood.  Yanagiba knives are primarily used to slice boneless fish fillets for Sashimi and Sushi dishes. Carbon steel is susceptible to rust and must be kept dry and clean at all time’s to avoid oxidation and discoloration. Hand wash with warm water and towel dry. Ittetsu knives are handmade in Echizen city, Japan.
€167.00

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Japanese kitchen knife Santoku Yu Kurosaki Fujin VG10 Damascus ZVD-165SAOWQ 16.5cm
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Santoku Kitchen knife Yu Kurosaki Fujin VG10 Damascus 16.5cm ZVD-165SAOWQ
Santoku by Yu Kurosaki with Nickel Damascus-patterned blade. Blade has a core of VG-10 stainless steel. Hardness of 60-61 HRC provides excellent rust resistance and a long-lasting edge as well as its beautifulness. The blade surface has Damascus and unique hammered FUJIN texture which causes an image of a Japanese god believed to control the wind. The handle of santoku Fujin VG10 Damascus Series is made of oak and water-resistant wenge wood, which are separated from each other by a ring of natural turquoise. Yu Kurosaki works in Takefu Knife Village where he apprenticed with Hiroshi Kato.
€364.35

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Japanese kitchen knife Bunka Yu Kurosaki Fujin VG10 Damascus ZVD-165BUOWQ 16.5cm
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Bunka Kitchen knife Yu Kurosaki Fujin VG10 Damascus 16.5cm ZVD-165BUOWQ
Yu Kurosaki Bunka knife with Nickel Damascus-patterned blade with a core of VG-10 stainless steel. Hardness of 60-61 HRC provides excellent rust resistance and a long-lasting edge as well as its beautifulness. The blade surface has Damascus and unique hammered FUJIN texture which causes an image of a Japanese god believed to control the wind. The handle of Bunka Fujin VG10 Damascus Series is made of oak and water-resistant wenge wood, which are separated from each other by a ring of natural turquoise. Yu Kurosaki works in Takefu Knife Village where he apprenticed with Hiroshi Kato.
€364.35

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Japanese kitchen knife Nakiri Yu Kurosaki Fujin VG10 Damascus ZVD-165NAOWQ 16.5cm
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Nakiri Kitchen knife Yu Kurosaki Fujin VG10 Damascus 16.5cm ZVD-165NAOWQ
Yu Kurosaki Fujin series nakiri with Nickel Damascus-patterned blades with a core of VG-10 stainless steel. Hardness of 60-61 HRC provides excellent rust resistance and a long-lasting edge as well as its beautifulness. The blade surface has Damascus and unique hammered FUJIN texture which causes an image of a Japanese god believed to control the wind. The handle of Nakiri Fujin VG10 Damascus Series is made of oak and water-resistant wenge wood, which are separated from each other by a ring of natural turquoise. Yu Kurosaki works in Takefu Knife Village where he apprenticed with Hiroshi Kato.
€364.35

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Japanese kitchen knife Ittetsu Tadafusa OEM Honesuki Aogami 2 ISN-08 15cm
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Kitchen knife Ittetsu Honesuki Aogami 2 15cm ISN-08
Ittetsu Honesuki knife with 15 cm blade. Honesuki is specifically designed for de-boning and breaking down poultry, but is also capable of filleting fish or meat and carrying out many tasks. Blade is made of Aogami 2 steel. 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. Handle is antibacterial bubinga. Ittetsu knives are handmade in Echizen city, Japan. Hand wash with warm water and towel dry. 
€191.29

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Gyuto Japanese kitchen knife Tojiro Shippu Black FD-1594 21cm
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Gyuto Kitchen knife Tojiro Shippu Black 21cm FD-1594
The Shippu Black series from Tojiro features a 63 layered Damascus Steel blade with a VG-10 core. The blades are anodized black to highlight the elegant patterning.The chestnut wood handle is both beautiful and practical.
€227.72

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