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Forged 8-inch chef knife, silver blade with pakkawood handle and blade guard

Kessaku

Kessaku KES43081 8-Inch Chef Knife tool

SKU CH-6N80-JWYNN MPN KES43081

Forged high-carbon 7Cr17MoV stainless steel blade with nitrogen cooling, hand-sharpened to 16° per side at 58 Rockwell, full tang and pakkawood handle

  • Blade length8 in (20.3 cm)
  • Color familySilver
  • Knife sheath8 in Custom Blade Guard
  • Blade materialHigh Carbon 7Cr17MoV Stainless Steel
  • Handle constructionPakkawood
  • Product typeChefs Knives
  • Forged 7Cr17MoV steel resists corrosion and rust
  • Nitrogen cooling plus 58 Rockwell hardness keeps the edge longer
  • 16° Honbazuke angle per side gives clean, precise cuts
  • Pakkawood handle with resin band withstands heat, cold and moisture
  • Full-tang, triple-rivet build provides balance and knuckle clearance

Ronin Series 8-Inch Chef Knife

The Kessaku KES43081 is a forged high-carbon 7Cr17MoV stainless steel knife built for professional and home cooks who demand precise cutting performance. Its full-tang construction and triple-rivet handle deliver balance and control for daily kitchen tasks. The blade is individually hand-sharpened using the traditional Japanese 3-stage Honbazuke method to 16° per side. A custom 8-inch blade guard is included for safe storage.

Sustained Cutting Performance

The nitrogen-cooled, heat-treated blade achieves a Rockwell Hardness of 58 for maximum strength, flexibility, and edge durability during extended prep sessions. High chromium content provides enhanced corrosion and rust resistance when processing acidic or wet ingredients. The 16° edge angle maintains clean, precise cuts through dense vegetables and proteins without frequent re-sharpening. Full tang design ensures the blade does not flex excessively under heavy downward pressure.

Handle Ergonomics and Maintenance

The pakkawood handle with resin band is nearly impervious to heat, cold, and moisture, preventing swelling or cracking in humid kitchen environments. Its seamless construction stops debris and liquids from infiltrating the handle scales for hygienic use. Ergonomic shaping with ample knuckle clearance reduces hand fatigue during repetitive chopping motions. The mirror-polished stainless steel blade releases food easily and wipes clean without special oils or treatments.

How it compares

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Price $22.99
Cheaper than about 82% of the 256 comparable items (median $43.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameKessaku
Model nameKES43081
Product typeChefs Knives
Product colorSilver
Color familySilver
Size & build
Blade length8 in (20.3 cm)
Main materialHigh Carbon 7Cr17MoV Stainless Steel
Blade materialHigh Carbon 7Cr17MoV Stainless Steel
Handle constructionPakkawood
In the box
Knife sheath8 in Custom Blade Guard

Questions about this item

Does the 7Cr17MoV steel blade heat up during extended slicing sessions?

The high-carbon 7Cr17MoV stainless steel blade stays at room temperature during use; only the food being cut warms up.

What cutting surface should I already own to protect the 16° edge?

Use a wood or soft plastic board; glass, stone or ceramic will dull the 16° Honbazuke edge immediately.

Will the pakkawood handle with resin band survive a dishwasher cycle alongside older utensils?

Hand-wash only; dishwasher heat and detergent will degrade the pakkawood handle and resin band over time.

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