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Ipswich
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Steel Type
High-Carbon SteelCompare →
Handle
Blue Resin
Knife Type
Set (Nakiri, Santuko, Bread Knife, Kiritsuke, Petty, Fruit Knife, Boning/Filleting)Compare →
Precision.
Balance.
Craft.
The Shinano 信濃川 Damascus Pattern Series Knives by Shimeru. Our eye-catching, unique handle designs are made from ergonomic blue resin, which is chemically stabilised. Highly impervious to heat, cold and moisture with military-grade strength and life-long durability.
What's in the Range?
The collection features a knife for every possible kitchen need and requirement. Available in this set are:
Masterfully forged from professional-grade High-Carbon Steel, the Shinano Collection features individually forged kitchen knives that are built to last so that you never need another kitchen knife set again.
The knives are etched with a traditional Damascus pattern, paying homage to a style of knife-making whose history stretches back over 1000 years.
High-Carbon Steel, which was once the metal of choice of Japanese swordsmiths, has been exploding in popularity due to its added hardiness and sharpness, to such a degree that high-carbon steel has become the premier choice of many professional chefs.
Each Shinano knife is carefully heat-treated and sharpened to perfection for razor-sharp cutting and extreme durability. The knives are etched with a traditional Damascus pattern, paying homage to a style of knife-making whose history stretches back over 1000 years.
The knives boast a 15° edge for superior cutting, as compared to a typical 20-25° edge found in most Western knives. You WILL feel the difference from the very first cut.
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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Step 1, Rinse
Warm water and mild soap after each use. Never put your knife in the dishwasher, the harsh detergents and jostling will damage the edge and handle.
Step 2, Dry
Towel dry immediately. Don't leave it wet or in the sink, even stainless steel can develop spots if left damp.
Step 3, Store
Use a knife block, magnetic strip, or blade guard. Never toss it loose in a drawer, it dulls the edge and is a safety hazard.
That's it, no special maintenance, no fussy rituals. Your Shimeru knife is designed for daily use. With these three steps it'll stay razor-sharp for years.
Got this set for my birthday from the missus and honestly its brilliant. The blue handles look even better in person, dead comfortable even when wet. Used the nakiri for veg prep and the santoku for just about everything else. Bread knife cuts through sourdough without squashing it. Massive upgrade from my old supermarket set, they came scary sharp. Even the little fruit knife gets used daily for apples. For £150 you'd be hard pressed to find a full set this good.
Really pleased with these overall. The kiritsuke is my go-to now for meat and fish, glides through. The blue resin handles are lovely but they're a bit chunkier than what I'm used to so took a few days to adjust. Wish the bread knife was a touch longer but not a dealbreaker. Good value as a set, all bases covered.
Got this set after my old one finally gave up, proper chuffed with it. The blue handles look dead smart on the counter and the weight feels spot on. I use the nakiri most days for veg, glides through carrots and spuds no bother. Bread knife is excellent too, clean slices on sourdough without mangling it. The petty is brilliant for little jobs like trimming meat or prepping garlic. My husband keeps nicking the santoku for everything. Came in a lovely box as well, would make a nice gift for someone who cooks a lot.
Had a cheap high street set before that were awful, these are a massive step up. The 7 inch santoku is my go to now, use it for nearly everything. Handles are comfy even when your hands are wet and they clean up dead easy. My husband likes the kiritsuke for slicing roast joints, the edge on it is ridiculous. Only had them a month but they feel like they'll last years not months like the last lot.
Got the full set for my wife's birthday and she's chuffed to bits with them. The blue resin handles are even nicer in person, really solid feel not plastic-y at all. We've been using the nakiri for pretty much all the veg prep, the santoku for meat, and the bread knife cuts through a crusty sourdough without flattening it which my old one always did. They came properly sharp out of the box and have stayed that way after a good few weeks of daily use. The presentation box was a nice touch too, proper gift quality.
These knives are a proper upgrade from my old supermarket set. they look stunning on the magnetic rack and stay sharp ages compared to what I was using. I find myself reaching for the petty knife the most for small jobs like trimming meat or slicing garlic, its so handy. The kiritsuke feels a bit posh but I use it for carving roasts and it slices clean. The whole set covers everything, only other knife I keep is me cheap pairing knife for opening parcels. Well chuffed for the price.
got this set for my birthday from the kids and honestly its brilliant. the blue handles look even better in person, proper eye catching and they feel solid, not at all like some of the cheap resin stuff you see. my go to is the 7" santuko, makes light work of veg prep and the damascus pattern is lovely. the nakiri is a beast for cabbage and that, never had one before but now i use it loads. only slight thing is the bread knife felt a bit weird at first cos of the handle shape but it cuts through crusty loaves like butter so cant fault it. comes in a nice presentation box as well, felt really special unwrapping it all.
Got this set as a birthday treat to myself. Really happy with them overall. The damascus pattern looks the part and they feel well balanced. I use the nakiri the most for veg prep, proper sharp out the box. The bread knife is a beast too, slices through sourdough without turning it into a crumbly mess. The blue resin handles are a nice touch but they can get a bit slick when your hands are wet, nothing major just takes getting used to. For the price you get all the knives you'd ever need really.
Bought this set for my wife's birthday. She's well into her cooking and has been after a decent set for ages. The kiritsuke is her favourite, she says it just glides through meat. Presentation wise they look lovely on the magnetic strip. The petty knife's been handy for little jobs like hulling strawberries. My only slight moan is I reckon the 5" santoku is a bit small and sort of gets lost with the nakiri and bigger santuko in there, but she still uses it. Still a solid buy for what you pay. Arrived quick too.
Got this set for the missus and shes over the moon. The knives are proper sharp out the box and look gorgeous on the block. She uses the santuko most days for chopping veg, the nakiri is brill for herbs. Definitely a step up from our old lasagna knives.
