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Two knives, silver blades, black pakkawood handles, blade guards

Kessaku

Kessaku Spectre Series 9.5-Inch Chef & 4-Inch Paring Knife Set

SKU CH-6VZ7-YP8R6

Two-piece forged AUS-8 set with 9.5-inch chef and paring knives, nitrogen-cooled to 56 HRC and hand-sharpened to 14 degrees per side

  • Care and cleaningHand wash and dry
  • Color familySilver
  • Set contentsChef, Paring
  • Blade length9 1/2 in
  • Handle constructionBlack Spanish Pakkawood
  • Build detailsHand-Made
  • Precision-forged AUS-8 steel with nitrogen cooling holds a razor edge longer
  • Hand-sharpened Honbazuke edge at 14 degrees per side slices cleanly from the first cut
  • Rockwell 56 hardness balances strength and flexibility for durable daily performance
  • Full-tang construction with seamless build prevents debris and ensures lasting stability
  • Black Spanish Pakkawood D-shape handle with brass-copper mosaic pin tucks securely in the palm

Professional Cutlery Set

This two-piece set pairs a 9.5-inch chef knife with a 4-inch paring knife for everyday kitchen work. Both blades are forged from high-carbon Japanese AUS-8 stainless steel and nitrogen cooled for strength. The full-tang construction runs the length of each handle for balance and control. Designed for cooks who want hand-sharpened edges out of the box.

14-Degree Edge and 56 Hardness

Each blade is hand sharpened using the three-stage Honbazuke method to a 14-degree angle per side. A Rockwell hardness of 56 gives the AUS-8 steel a hard, wear-resistant edge that holds sharpness through repeated use. Chromium, molybdenum and manganese in the alloy add corrosion resistance and toughness. The edge will dull on frozen foods, bones or glass cutting boards.

Pakkawood Handles with Blade Guards

Black Spanish Pakkawood handles are resin-infused for water resistance and shaped in a traditional Japanese D-profile that seats securely in the palm. A brass-and-copper mosaic pin secures the scales without gaps where debris could collect. Included blade guards protect the edges during storage. Not dishwasher safe; hand wash and dry only.

How it compares

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Price $55.99
Pricier than about 82% of the 1,340 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Product typeCutlery Sets
Color familySilver
Color and finishBlack/Silver
Size & build
Main materialStainless steel
Blade length9 1/2 in
Handle constructionBlack Spanish Pakkawood
Build detailsHand-Made
In the box
Set contentsChef, Paring
Pack quantity2-Piece
More details
Care and cleaningHand wash and dry
Dishwasher suitableNo

Questions about this item

Will the 9.5-inch chef knife feel balanced with my existing forged knives?

Yes — the full-tang construction and D-shape Pakkawood handle keep the balance point near the bolster, so it handles similarly to other full-tang forged blades you already own.

How can I verify the 14-degree edge is still sharp after a few weeks?

Slice a ripe tomato or a sheet of paper; a clean, effortless cut confirms the Honbazuke edge is holding its 14-degree angle.

Does the set include blade guards, or do I need to buy them separately?

Blade guards are included with the two knives, so no separate purchase is required for storage protection.

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