Xinzuo B9 Yun Series 8.5" Damascus Utility Knife 67 Layers Damascus Steel Rosewood Handle
The utility knife is known for versatility, bridging the gap between a chef’s knife and paring knife. Its blade is between 4 and 7 inches long, so it can handle a variety of different tasks. It The utility knife is known for versatility, bridging the gap between a chef’s knife and paring knife. Its blade is between 4 and 7 inches long, so it can handle a variety of different tasks. Its mid-sized blade offers excellent control and precision, making it ideal for tasks that are too large for a paring knife but too intricate for a chef’s knife. Thus, a utility knife is considered an indispensable tool - it’s found in both basic and comprehensive knife sets.
- BRAND: XINZUO
- SERIES: B9 Yun Series
- Total Layers: 67
- Center Core: 10Cr15CoMoV - VG10 Equivalent
- Tang: Full Tang
- Blade Core Hardness: 60 ± 1 HRC Vacuum Heat Treatment
- Damascus Blade Material: 66 Layers 316/316L Stainless Steel
- Blade thickness: 2 MM
- Cutting Edge Angle: 15° the "Golden Angle"
- Damascus Pattern: Tsuchime (hammered)
- Handle Material: Rosewood with decorative brass rivet
- 12 Processes of Manufacturing and Quality Control
- Includes: 8.5" Damascus Utility Knife
The XinZuo Damascus Utility knife is a must-have for every kitchen, it is one the most multifunctional and versatile knives you could have. The shape, Tsuchime hammered raindrop Damascus finish and sharpness of the blade make it well-suited to a range of tasks including slicing fruits cutting all types of meat, as well as easily and deftly chopping vegetables. This functional knife is a contributor for creating any culinary masterpiece and does it with style.
MATERIALS
Beautifully handcrafted with the finest materials
This popular series is due impart to the combination of the raindrop Damascus pattern, hammered (Tsuchime finish). Full Tang and Rosewood handles with decorative brass rivets. These Damascus kitchen knives would make a stunning addition to your kitchen. Each blade is made up of three major sections of steel. The primary core that serves as the cutting edge and two outer protective sections help prevent rust build up.
Blade Center Core: consists of a central core that functions as the base of the blade and the cutting edge. The steel used for the core is 10Cr15CoMoV which is China's equivalent of Japanese VG10. This steel balances the use of Carbon and Chromium with the rarer earth metals Molybdenum, Cobalt, Vanadium, and Manganese for enhanced durability and sharpness.
Expensive Vacuum Deep-cooling Heat Treatment 
is used to harden the blade to 60 ± 1 on the Rockwell scale. This hardness range is the sweet spot of Damascus kitchen knives, which makes it harder, sharper, and more durable. It has a good balance with a golden angle of 15° Because of its ultra-sharp double edge it is suitable for both left and right hands.
66 layers Damascus Steel: The outer steel sections are made up of 33-layers each of 316/316L Stainless Damascus Steel. This makes dealing with corrosive fruits or vegetables easier than with a pure carbon steel blade. The Tsuchime Raindrop Damascus pattern adds an additional aesthetic layer to each knife.
Ergonomic Handle: Rosewood handles are a much sought after material for knife handles, paired with this classic ergonomic design makes it a real pleasure working in the kitchen, even for long periods of time.
The 5 inch Utility knife deals with smaller cutting tasks that larger blades might struggle with. Peeling fruit, deboning meat, mincing herbs, and other general tasks are all within the abilities of the Utility knife. They allow for better fine-tuned control compared to their larger counterparts.
The combination of expert craftsmanship and high-quality materials ensures that this utility knife will be in your collection for a long time.
XinZuo has been manufacturing kitchen knives for 20 years and have mastered the core technologies of Damascus knives, including steel and craftsmanship, blade cutting method, handle structure, blade thickness and blade angle. XinZuo has the latest and most advanced technology and design concepts and is committed to researching Damascus kitchen knives. Their products are renowned for their precise cutting, high hardness, corrosion resistance and durability.
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