Blood Beach Japanese Style Kiritsuke 20.5cm / 8” Damascus Chef Knife – VG-10 Core
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Blood Beach Japanese Style Kiritsuke 20.5cm / 8” Damascus Chef Knife – VG-10 Core
Regular price$157.00
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Product Description
Craftsmanship & Specifications
90% of your kitchen prep starts with the right knife. Make it count. The Blood Beach Kiritsuke Chef Knife combines a VG-10 core with 67-layer Damascus construction, a 15° edge and a distinctive octagonal resin-and-wood burl handle. At 20.5cm / 8”, it brings the versatility of a full-size chef knife together with the pointed profile of a Kiritsuke for more controlled, detailed cutting.
What Is This Knife For?
The 20.5cm / 8” Kiritsuke is a versatile all-purpose kitchen knife designed for chopping, slicing, dicing and detailed preparation. Its pointed profile gives you added control around the tip, while the full-size blade handles everyday work across vegetables, herbs, boneless meat and poultry.
Best For
Vegetables & herbs — Chopping, slicing, dicing and general prep.
Meat & poultry — Preparing and slicing boneless cuts.
Detailed cutting — The Kiritsuke profile provides useful control at the tip.
Everyday kitchen prep — Versatile enough to act as your main kitchen knife.
Pinch-grip users — The octagonal handle provides multiple gripping surfaces for controlled handling.
Design-conscious cooks — Dark red resin, wood burl and decorative details give the knife a distinctive character.
Key Features & Specifications
VG-10 Core — A quality stainless steel core designed for sharp, reliable kitchen performance.
67-Layer Damascus Construction — 33 stainless steel layers on each side of the VG-10 core create the layered Damascus structure.
20.5cm / 8” Blade — A versatile full-size length for everyday kitchen preparation.
60±2 HRC — A hard blade construction designed to support a sharp, durable working edge.
15° Edge — A fine edge angle suited to precise kitchen cutting.
Kiritsuke Profile — The pointed tip provides added control for detailed cutting while retaining general-purpose versatility.
Octagonal Handle — Resin and wood burl construction with a distinctive dark red finish and lighter red swirls.
Four Decorative Bolster Rings — Detailed finishing elements add visual character to the handle.
Individual Character — Natural wood and resin variation means each handle can have its own appearance.
Care & Use
Hand wash with warm water and mild detergent, then dry thoroughly after use. Because the handle incorporates natural wood, avoid prolonged soaking or leaving the knife submerged in water. Use on a suitable cutting board and avoid bones, frozen food, prying or twisting with the blade.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Blood Beach 20.5cm Kiritsuke Chef Knife best used for?
The Blood Beach uses a Kiritsuke-style blade with a relatively straight cutting edge and pointed tip. This profile is suited to controlled push-cutting, slicing and precision preparation, whereas many traditional Western chef knives have a more pronounced curved belly designed for rocking cuts.
What makes the Blood Beach Kiritsuke different from a traditional chef knife?
The Blood Beach uses a Kiritsuke-style blade with a relatively straight cutting edge and pointed tip. This profile is suited to controlled push-cutting, slicing and precision preparation, whereas many traditional Western chef knives have a more pronounced curved belly designed for rocking cuts.
What does 67-layer Damascus mean in the Blood Beach Kiritsuke?
The Blood Beach Kiritsuke features 67-layer Damascus construction with a VG-10 steel core. The layered steel creates the distinctive Damascus pattern around the core, while the VG-10 core forms the primary cutting edge.
What are the benefits of VG-10 steel in the Blood Beach Kiritsuke?
VG-10 is a Japanese stainless steel known for its combination of hardness, edge retention, corrosion resistance and ability to take a fine edge. The Blood Beach Kiritsuke uses VG-10 as its core steel within the 67-layer Damascus construction.
What is the return or warranty policy for this knife?
Chef Supply Co stands by its products and all Chef Supply Co branded products are backed by our limited lifetime warranty. Products not branded Chef Supply Co only carry a 12 month warranty unless the otherwise advised by the manufacturer.
We cover any faults of materials or workmanship at our discretion.
Can this knife cut through bones or frozen foods?
We recommend using a cleaver or specialty knife for bones or frozen items. Using a standard kitchen knife may damage the blade.
Is this knife dishwasher-safe?
We recommend handwashing to protect the blade’s edge and maintain the handle’s integrity. Dishwashers can dull the blade and damage the handle over time.
How should I sharpen this knife?
You can use a whetstone, honing rod, or professional sharpener. Regular honing maintains the edge, while sharpening restores it when dull.
What’s the best way to store this knife?
Store it in a knife block, magnetic strip, blade guard, or sheath to keep the edge protected and prevent accidents.
