Kai chef's knife (20 cm) with hollow grind DM-0719

KAI Shun chef's knife with hollow blade 20 cm – perfection meets tradition

The KAI Shun 20 cm chef's knife with a hollow blade is part of the renowned Shun Classic series and impresses with exceptional sharpness, balanced ergonomics, and the finest Japanese craftsmanship. The hollows (indentations in the blade) effectively prevent food from sticking—perfect for precise cuts of vegetables, meat, or herbs.

Product details

• Blade length: 20 cm
• Blade height: 4.3 cm
• Blade thickness: 2.5 mm
• Handle length: 12 cm
• Weight: 218 g
• Blade material: 32-layer stainless Damascus steel with VG MAX core
• Blade hardness: 61±1 HRC
• Handle: Ergonomically shaped from fine pakka wood
• Cut: Double-sided – suitable for right- and left-handed users
• Surface: Grooves to prevent sticking of cutting material

Special features

• Kullen grind: Small air pockets reduce the sticking of food when cutting
• Highest cutting precision: Thanks to convex grinding and manually sharpened blade
• Optimally balanced: For fatigue-free cutting even during long cooking sessions
• Design meets function: An eye-catcher in every professional kitchen – elegant and uncompromisingly powerful

Care instructions

• Clean with lukewarm water after use – no aggressive detergent required
• Dry thoroughly with a soft cotton cloth
• Not dishwasher safe!
• Care for the handle regularly with linseed oil or coconut oil

Why KAI Shun?

The KAI Shun series combines traditional Japanese forging with modern technology. Each knife is unique and impresses with its outstanding cutting performance, a quality valued by Michelin-starred chefs and ambitious home cooks worldwide.

With the KAI Shun chef's knife with a hollow blade, you are investing in quality, precision, and aesthetics – a must for every high-quality kitchen.