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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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Sold OutGot 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.
Great set overall, the knives are sharp and the blue handles look smart. Only thing I would say is the 5 inch santuko is a bit small for my hands - I tend to just use the 7 inch one for everything. Other than that no complaints, they hold an edge well and came well packaged.
Honestly these knives are fantastic. I was a bit worried about the resin handles being slippery but theyre actually really grippy and feel solid. Used the kiritsuke to slice a roast beef the other day and it was so effortless. The whole set feels well balanced, not too heavy. Would buy again no question.
Got this for my dad who loves cooking and he says theyre the best knives hes ever had. I had a go with the petty knife and it felt lovely and sharp. Only giving 4 stars cause I think the set is a bit pricey for what it is but the quality is definitely there. Arrived next day which was a bonus.
Theyre alright knives I suppose. The set looks nice enough and they cut fine but I expected a bit more for the price if Im honest. The bread knife is decent but the santuko feels a tad unbalanced to me. Not terrible, just not as amazing as some reviews say.
Really like these knives, theyve made meal prep much quicker. The nakiri is brill for chopping veg and the kiritsuke does a decent job on meat. Only reason for 4 stars is I wish the handles were a tiny bit thicker but thats just personal preference. Still a solid set for the money.
Bought these as a birthday present for myself after using cheap ones for years. The set covers everything I need in the kitchen - the bread knife slices through crusty loaves like butter and the petty knife is my go-to for small jobs. The blue handles are stunning, really eye catching. Cant believe the quality for the money.
So I finally upgraded from my old Victorinox set and wow what a difference. The Shinano set arrived quick in a nice box which was a nice touch. The Santuko is my favourite - its flat profile makes chopping onions so quick. My wife nicked the bread knife for her baking and wont give it back. Top quality for the price.
Ok so I bought these after reading good things but theyre just average really. The steel feels ok and they hold an edge alright but the handles are a bit weird for me - not sure if I like the resin texture. The 8 inch kiritsuke is handy but I reckon you could get a similar set for less money. Theyre fine, not bad, just not amazing.
Bought this as a gift for my partner who loves cooking. He's over the moon. The damascus pattern is gorgeous and they're incredibly sharp out of the box. He says the nakiri is his favourite for chopping herbs and the petty knife is perfect for little jobs like trimming fat off meat. The set covers everything he needs, he's already told me his old knives are going in the bin.
Brilliant set of knives. The edge on them is proper sharp, makes quick work of everything. I use the kiritsuke most days, love the shape for slicing meat. The handles are comfortable, even after a big sunday dinner prep session. Massive upgrade from the cheap supermarket set I had before. They look the business on the magnetic strip.
Really good set of knives, the blades are sharp and they look the part. My only minor gripe is the handles are a bit chunkier than I'm used to, took a day or two to get comfortable with. Still, a great buy.
Really nice set overall. The knives are sharp and look fantastic, the blue resin handles are a real talking point. My only minor thing is the handles are a bit chunkier than I'm used to, took a few days to get comfortable with the grip, especially on the nakiri. But now I'm used to it, they're fine. The collection has a knife for every job, would definitely recommend.
These are great knives, feel really well balanced. I use the petty and the smaller santoku the most for everyday stuff. The damascus finish is lovely. If I had one wish it would be for the bread knife to be a bit longer, but it still does the job perfectly well. They arrived quickly and were packaged really securely. Happy with the purchase, they look great in the kitchen.
So I got this set for my birthday and honestly, I'm made up with it. The blue handles are stunning, really different to anything else. I use the big santoku for pretty much all my veg prep now, it glides through onions and peppers. The bread knife is a beast, no more squashed loaves. The whole set just feels really solid and well made, came in a nice box too which was a nice touch.
Really like the set, use it every day. The blades are super sharp. I suppose if I had to find a downside, the blue handles show fingerprints a bit, but a quick wipe sorts it. Would definitely recommend them.
Been using these for a month now, the edge is still holding up really well. The blue handles are a proper talking point when we have people over. My favourite is the smaller santoku, perfect for most jobs.
Cant believe how good these are for the price. The set has a knife for every task, I even used the bread knife on a crusty sourdough and it glided through. Handles are easy to clean which is a bonus.
Bought this set as a gift for my son who's just moved into his own flat. He loves them, says they're a massive step up. He did mention the handles can feel a bit slick if your hands are wet, but that's his only comment. They look stunning.
Great set overall. The knives are sharp and look fantastic. My only slight wish is that the blades were a bit taller, gives more knuckle clearance. But for most tasks they're absolutely fine, no complaints really.
These are good knives, no doubt. The edge retention is impressive. I just personally find the resin handles a bit cold to the touch first thing in the morning, but that's just me being picky. The set itself is brilliant.
So sharp out of the box, you have to be careful. I use the petty knife for everything small, and the big kiritsuke for meat. The set covers everything I need, don't think I'll need another knife for years.
Very good knives, they perform well. The presentation box is a nice touch. I kind of wish there was a pairing knife instead of the second small santoku, but that's just personal preference. Still a 4-star set for sure.
Solid knives, do exactly what you need. The nakiri is fantastic for veg. I just wish the bread knife was a tad longer, but it still works perfectly well. Overall a really nice set for the money.
These knives are top notch. The steel feels quality and they sharpen up a treat. The set means I'm not constantly washing one knife, I can grab the right one for the job. Very happy.