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Blade Length
8"
Steel Type
67-Layer Damascus (VG10 core)Compare →
Handle
Resin and Hardwood
Knife Type
Bread KnifeCompare →
Best For
Bread, Crusty loaves, Delicate pastries
Precision.
Balance.
Craft.
Shimanto 8" Damascus Steel Bread Knife パン切りナイフ
The Shimanto 8" Damascus Steel Bread Knife combines striking design with professional-grade performance to create an essential tool for every discerning kitchen. From its rippling Damascus blade to its artfully crafted handle, every detail reflects refinement and strength.
67-Layer VG10 Damascus Excellence
At the core of the Shimanto lies a premium Japanese VG10 steel core, clad in 33 layers of Damascus steel on each side. This 67-layer construction, hardened to HRC 62, delivers exceptional edge retention and long-lasting sharpness. The finely serrated 15° edge glides through crusty loaves and delicate pastries alike, ensuring clean, effortless slices every time.
Resin and Hardwood Handle
The handle is a distinctive blend of shimmering resin and richly figured hardwood, creating a unique marbled pattern in every piece. Waterproof, antibacterial, heat-resistant and non-slip, it provides a firm yet comfortable grip, even during long baking sessions.
Elegant Craftsmanship and Lasting Performance
Ergonomically shaped in a modern oval profile, the handle balances perfectly with the blade’s weight, allowing smooth, controlled movements. Built to meet professional standards, the Shimanto is designed to retain its performance and beauty for years, making it the only bread knife you will ever need.
The handle is waterproof, antibacterial, heat-resistant, and non-slip; it confers a firm yet comfortable grip to make your cutting, dicing, slicing, chopping as effortless as possible.
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 for my husband's birthday, he bakes bread most weekends. He's been using it for a fortnight now and says it's the best bread knife he's owned. The blade is proper sharp and it came in a nice presentation box as well. Happy with it.
Got this after my old bread knife was basically blunt. The serrations on this are something else, cuts through a crusty sourdough without squashing the loaf at all. The Damascus pattern looks lovely too, quite a bit nicer in person than the photos. Handle is comfortable and it feels well balanced. Only used it a few times but really pleased so far.
Got this as a present for my wife's birthday and she's over the moon. We bake our own sourdough most weekends and this knife goes through the crust like its nothing, no squashing the loaf flat which used to drive me mad. The Damascus pattern looks even better in person and the handle feels proper quality. Sharp as anything out the box. Only had it a couple weeks but so far its brilliant.
Ok so I got this for my birthday and I'm proper chuffed. The damascus pattern is absolutely gorgeous, looks even better than the photos. Been using it daily for about 3 weeks now on proper crusty sourdough and it slices through without crushing the loaf at all. My old bread knife used to tear everything up, this one's a massive upgrade. Came in a nice presentation box too which was a bonus.
Bought this as a present for my dad who bakes his own bread. He's been using some cheap thing from Tesco for years and the difference is night and day. Cuts through his rye loaves clean as anything and the blade feels really solid. He kept going on about the edge, said it's the sharpest bread knife he's ever used. Lovely bit of kit.
Really good knife, handles sourdough and even ripe tomatoes perfectly. Only thing is the handle feels a touch chunky in my hand, took a few days to adjust. Would still recommend.
Got this for my husbands birthday, he's absolutely chuffed with it. Cuts through a proper crusty sourdough without squashing the loaf at all. The damascus pattern on the blade is lovely, looks far more expensive than what I paid.
Bought this for my husbands birthday as he's really into his sourdough at the moment. The Damascus pattern looks even nicer in person and it arrived in a proper presentation box which was a nice touch. Cuts through a crusty boule with no squashing which is what we wanted. Only thing is the handle is a bit slim for his big hands, took him a few goes to get used to. Still a really good knife.
Its a nice looking knife and it does cut bread fine but for seventy quid I was expecting something a bit special. My old bog standard Victorinox does pretty much the same job on a crusty loaf. The VG10 core sounds impressive but tbh I cant tell much difference in edge retention after a few weeks. Dont get me wrong, its not bad, just not much better than knives half the price.
Got this for me birthday from the missus. Cuts through crusty sourdough like nobodys business, lovely clean slices and the pattern on the blade looks dead smart. Only thing is its a bit heavier than me old bread knife so took a couple goes to get used to the feel. Still, would happily recommend to anyone after a proper bread knife.
