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Blade Length
8"
Steel Type
Japanese Stainless SteelCompare →
Handle
African Wedge hardwood
Knife Type
Cleaver (中華包丁)Compare →
Best For
Meat, Vegetables, Herbs
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Introducing the Saba 佐波川 Hand-Forged Japanese Stainless Steel Cleaver 中華包 by Shimeru, a masterpiece of culinary art designed for both professional chefs and passionate home cooks. This exquisite cleaver features an 8-inch razor-sharp blade, expertly crafted from top-quality Japanese stainless steel. Renowned for its enduring sharpness and exceptional durability, this blade ensures precision with every cut, whether slicing through meat, chopping vegetables, or dicing herbs.
Complementing the impeccable blade is a meticulously crafted handle made from African Wedge hardwood. Known for its strength and unique grain patterns, the handle not only provides a comfortable, balanced grip but also adds a touch of elegance to your kitchen. The seamless integration of the handle and blade ensures stability and control, enhancing your culinary experience.
With a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern innovation, the Saba Hand-Forged Cleaver is not just a tool, but an investment in quality and performance. Elevate your cooking experience with this beautiful and functional cleaver, designed to meet the demands of any kitchen task with style and ease.
Crafted from professional-grade, heat-treated high-carbon steel, Shimeru Knives deliver exceptional sharpness, durability, and edge retention. From the first slice, you’ll experience the precision that sets us apart.
Our knives are guaranteed to be the sharpest you’ve ever owned. No exceptions, no compromises—just razor-sharp blades that elevate your culinary experience.
Shimeru Knives feature uniquely designed handles that not only add a sophisticated touch to your kitchen but also provide a comfortable, secure grip for effortless chopping and slicing.
With a double-bevel edge sharpened to 15°—compared to the standard 20-25° of most Western knives—our blades allow for smoother, faster cuts, enhancing your cooking efficiency by 2 to 3 times.
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Sold OutCant believe how sharp this is out the box. Sliced up a whole pork shoulder for a roast with zero effort, didn't slip or stick at all. The African wood handle is beautiful, feels warm and secure even with wet hands. Massive upgrade from my old supermarket one.
Bought this for my husband who loves cooking Chinese food. He absolutely loves it, says its the best knife he's ever owned. The blade is incredibly sharp and the balance is spot on. Came in a nice box as well which was a nice touch for a present.
Arrived next day which was a bonus. Blade is super thin behind the edge so it goes through veg like butter, no sticking. Really pleased.
Okay so its alright. The edge was good out the box but it dulled a bit quicker than I hoped. Its fine for occasional use but I expected a bit more. Not bad, not great.
The balance is just right, feels like an extension of your arm. Been using it daily for 3 weeks now and its a joy every time.
Handle is really comfortable, fits my hand perfectly. The steel seems top quality, holds an edge way better than I expected at this price point.
Used it to tackle a pumpkin and it went through the skin no problem. Solid construction, feels like itll last for years.
So I got this to replace my old cheap cleaver and the difference is night and day. The weight is perfect, feels really solid in the hand and goes through chicken bones like butter. The handle is lovely too, feels expensive. Been using it for a month now and its still razor sharp, just a quick hone now and then. Brilliant bit of kit.
Ok so I was a bit nervous spending this much on a knife but it's worth it. Makes quick work of onions and herbs, and the flat profile is great for scooping stuff up. Arrived next day which was a bonus. Just a really good, solid knife.
Brilliant knife, exactly what I needed. Lovely edge on it.
Really nice knife, very sharp and well made. My only very minor thing is the handle shape, its a bit more rectangular than I'm used to so took a day or two to get comfortable with. But honestly, its a great cleaver and I use it all the time now. Would recommend.
Its a decent knife. Does what it says on the tin, chops fine. Just not blown away by it, feels a bit ordinary for the price if Im honest. Does the job.
Great cleaver, arrived quickly. My only wish is that it came with a simple edge guard or sleeve for storage, had to use a tea towel. Knife itself is top.
Really good knife, super sharp and well made. The only thing is the handle shape is a bit square for my liking, took a day or two to get used to. Still a great buy though.
Birthday present for the wife and shes over the moon. She does a lot of Asian cooking and says its perfect for all the chopping and slicing.
Bought this for my husband whos a bit of a cooking enthusiast, he absolutely loves it. Says the edge retention is brilliant, still razor sharp after a month of heavy use.
Very happy with it, makes prep so much faster. Just a tiny thing - the spine could be a bit more rounded for comfort during long sessions. Still a solid purchase.
Took a chance on it and Im glad I did. Its a beast for meat but delicate enough for garlic. Great all-rounder.
Lovely knife, feels premium. Its a tad heavier than I was expecting but I actually prefer it now for heavy chopping tasks. Edge is fantastic.
So sharp out the box, used it to chop a load of veg for a curry and it just glides through. Handle feels really solid too, proper bit of kit for the price.
The finish is really nice, you can tell its been hand forged. Its become my go-to knife for pretty much everything except bread.
I was after a proper workhorse cleaver and this fits the bill. The flat profile is great for scooping up chopped veg too. No complaints.
Massive upgrade from my old Procook set. The heft gives you so much control for precise chopping, and it sharpens up a treat on my whetstone.
Came really well packaged in a nice box, was a nice touch. The knife itself is stunning, the wood handle has a lovely grain to it and the blade is seriously impressive.
Four stars because while its brilliant, I think the handle could be a bit more contoured. Its a minor gripe on an otherwise excellent bit of kit.