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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.
Bought this set after years of using a right mixed bag of old knives and honestly cant believe the difference. The damascus pattern looks stunning and the blue resin handles are proper comfy to hold even when my hands are wet. I use the 7 inch santoku for most evening meal prep, the nakiri makes quick work of a pile of veg, and the bread knife goes through a proper crusty sourdough like it's nothing. Even the little petty knife gets used daily for fruit and small jobs. Came in a nice presentation box too, would make a lovely gift. Only thing is no knife block but I knew that when ordering so got myself a magnetic strip.
Got this as a birthday present for my wife who'd been going on about needing decent knives for ages. She's absolutely chuffed with the set. The blue handles look really smart, bit different from the usual boring black. She's been reaching for the kiritsuke for most things but the small santoku is her favourite for garlic and shallots. Covers all our kitchen needs and arrived next day which was a bonus.
Was after a full set for ages and this one ticked all the boxes. The bread knife alone is worth it, cuts through sourdough without tearing. Prefer the petty for small jobs like garlic and shallots. Handles are comfortable and the damascus pattern looks class. Arrived quickly and well packaged.
Bought this set for my wife's birthday and she's absolutely over the moon with it. The blue handles look even better in person, proper striking. We've been using the santoku and nakiri daily for veg prep, they glide through onions and peppers like nothing. The bread knife is a treat too, no squashing. My old set was a cheap Tesco one and the difference is mad. Only small thing is the kiritsuke took me a minute to get used to but it's dead useful for slicing meat. Came in a nice presentation box as well, no complaints from me.
Ok so I bought these after eyeing them up for ages. Bit of an impulse buy but no regrets. The set covers pretty much everything I cook - I use the 5 inch petty for peeling and small jobs, the bigger santoku for meat, and the kiritsuke is my new favourite for slicing. They came properly sharp, not like the usual dull edges you get on a full set. Handle took a couple days to get used to as it's a bit chunkier than my old ones but now I think it's comfortable.
Got this set for my wife's birthday and shes over the moon. The blue resin handles look even better in person, proper sturdy feel. We've been using the santoku for most veg prep, the nakiri is brilliant for cabbage and the bread knife actually cuts sourdough without squashing it. Massive upgrade from our old Procook set which was getting embarrassing to use. Came in a nice box too so made a decent gift.
Got this set for my birthday from the missus and honestly chuffed with them. The blue handles look even better in person, really striking on the knife block. Used the santoku for veg prep all week—onions practically fall apart. The nakiri is my favourite for cabbage and greens, proper thin blade. Bread knife went through a crusty sourdough no problem at all. Haven't used the kiritsuke much yet but feels lovely in the hand. For £150 this is a really solid set, big upgrade from my old supermarket knives. Came in a nice box too.
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.
