Information Mcusta Zanmai Pro Flame 18cm Chef's Knife The 18cm chef's knife from the Japanese brand Mcusta Zanmai is a must-have for enthusiasts of the finest Japanese knives. This tool boasts incredible sharpness and a unique design, making it perfect for chopping herbs, cutting meats and vegetables, and thanks to its wide blade, for easy transferring. The handle is made of red laminated pakka wood, a composite of wood and resin. Handles of this kind are known for their high resistance to mechanical damage, high temperatures, and humidity. Pakka, as a laminate made from thin sheets of natural wood, adds character to each knife. Specifications: Blade: 33-layer steel, VG-10 core Hardness: 61 HRC /-1 Blade Length: 18cm Blade Width: 4.3cm Weight: approximately 165g The Pro Flame series of knives is a great addition to any kitchen. The knives are made of stainless VG-10 steel wrapped in 32 layers of stainless steel with a hardness of 61 HRC /-1, ensuring optimal cutting properties and ease of sharpening. Cold forging of the blades increases steel density, resulting in greater wear resistance and higher hardness. The handles of knives in this line are made of distinctive red laminated wood, "pakka wood." The handles are ergonomic, reinforced with three metal rivets, and finished with a flat layer of metal. Mcusta Zanmai MCUSTA is a Japanese company founded in 1964, specializing in the production of high-quality kitchen knives. Their expansion has reached worldwide, allowing users to enjoy professional-quality blades in both home and professional settings. The synonym for the word ZANMAI is luxury, which is of paramount importance in the production of each knife. In the first stage, the knives are laser-cut from steel sheets, resulting in high hardness. They are then cold-forged, increasing steel density, wear resistance, and the aforementioned hardness. Key to the quality of Mcusta knives is their hand assembly, emphasizing their uniqueness and quality.
