Kagayaki CarboNext Japanese Chef’s Knife KC-8ES - 9.4 Inch Professional Sujihiki Slicing Knife - High Carbon Tool Steel Kitchen Knife with Ergonomic Pakkawood Handle - Perfect for Sushi, Meat Slicing & Precision Cutting

Experience the joy of beauty, craftsmanship, and value by owning our JCK Original Kagayaki knives, the pinnacle of Japanese Yo-Bocho. Working closely with a special selection of Japan’s most talented and experienced blade smiths and artisans, we have steadily built up both the quality and affordability of the Kagayaki western style knives produced by JCK Original. JCK is located in Seki City, the Japanese cutlery capital. Here, fine knives are produced using over 800 years of Samurai sword-making tradition and history. JCK draws from this time-honored tradition to produce a wide range of top quality Japanese Chef’s knives. Experience a true work of art in your kitchen. The CarboNext KC-8ES Professional Sujihiki Knife is a masterpiece of Japanese craftsmanship. Measuring 9.4 inches long and boasting a CarboNext Carbon Tool Steel blade and an ergonomic hand-shaped Black Pakka Wood handle,this long, narrow, graceful blade of the Sujihiki is particularly useful for trimming away sinew and fat from meat, finely slicing meat or boneless fish, or for filleting and skinning fish. The long blade allows the meat or fish to be cut in one single drawing motion, from heel to tip. Fully Hand Sharpened CarboNext Carbon Steel Blade HRC59 to 61. Excellent fit and finish, full tang construction, and a fine grip black Pakkawood handle. Dimension KC-8ES Sujihiki 240mm (9.4") Cutting edge length: 240mm (9.4") Total Length: 365mm (14.3") Blade Thickness: 2.2mm (0.08") Blade Width: 37mm (1.4") Handle Length: 113mm (4.4") Total Weight: 166g (5.8oz) JCK Original Kagayaki Brand Concept We believe knives that claim to be "best-quality" and "practical" must offer great cutting performance, great edge retention and adequate strength, whilst also being easy to maintain and sharpen. They should also be functional, be beautiful and be well made, with good fit and finish. All of these elements are important to serious users and professionals, who demand and need highly practical, professional-quality knives. JCK Original Kagayaki knives were specifically developed to meet these requirements. Kagayaki Craftsmanship JCK Original Kagayaki knives are handcrafted by a team of special craftsman, using traditional handcrafting methods that have been handed down by many generations of experienced, skillful craftsmen in Seki City, the Japanese knife making capital that has been known as "The City of Blades" since the Muromachi era (1338-1573). Motivated by their passion and true craftsman’s spirit, they are determined and proud to carry on the Seki tradition of producing high-quality knives. Unrivaled Quality Our CarboNext Series Knives are crafted from Next Generation Carbon Hagane steel. CarboNext has superior resistance to corrosion compared to normal carbon steel, so you can enjoy all the benefits of a Carbon Hagane blade, such as the amazing cutting performance and ease of re-sharpening, without worrying about rusting. This knife is fully hand-sharpened on a water-cooled rotary whetstone to ensure excellent cutting performance (Double Bevel Edge 70/30 for Right Handed use). Ideal for first-time users of carbon steel knives. High-End Cutlery Our team of experienced craftsmen is passionate about attention to detail in every step in the creation of these fine kitchen knives. Over 40 years of knife making experience are applied in the making of each piece. While these knife designs are neither revolutionary nor new, they represent true evolutionary innovation upon classic knife designs, allowing us to showcase the special finish and high-quality workmanship. JCK Original Kagayaki Brand Concept Kagayaki Craftsmanship Unrivaled Quality High-End Cutlery The 'Essential Ingredients' of Best-Quality Knives: 水砥 (Mizu-to) "Whetstone Grinding and Sharpening" To ensure an optimum balance of high cutting performance, edge retention and strength, the blade is ground to have a thin, convex cross section and a fine edge. The blades are manually ground on a large wet grindstone; a process that requires the sensitive touch and skill of an experienced craftsman. By rapidly pivoting his hands up and down while grinding, the craftsman creates a slightly convex blade with a thin edge. It takes years of experience, dedication, passion and spirit to grind and sharpen top-quality, practical knife blades. The 'Essential Ingredients' of Best-Quality Knives: 歪取り (Hizumi-Tori) "Blade Straightening" After the heat treatment, grinding and sharpening processes, the Master Craftsman pays extra attention to straightening the blades. This hammering process might seem simple, but it requires an experienced craftsperson with sharp senses. Blade straightening aids efficiency and precision during the next manufacturing processes, so it is very important. This manual work is time-consuming, delicate and difficult, but it is essential for the production of top-quality, practical knives. Kagayaki Craftsman’s Story: The Inspiration for CarboNext Knives Question: Why did the Kagayaki Craftsman Team develop the CarboNext Knife Series? From the customer’s viewpoint, Carbon steel knives can offer great sharpness, edge retention and ease of resharpening. However, Carbon steel knives can also discolor and rust easily, so they require regular care and maintenance. From the craftsman’s viewpoint, Carbon steel materials are difficult to handle during the manufacturing process and require additional care and maintenance to be kept in good condition. The Kagayaki Craftsman Team has always sought to make the most practical and efficient knives, which meet the needs of professionals. CarboNext steel was selected to meet these requirements and considerations. CarboNext steel knives provide the same high levels of sharpness, edge retention and ease of resharpening that common Carbon steel knives provide, however, CarboNext knives offer better rust resistance and are easier to maintain. Sujihiki Sujihiki Santoku Sujihiki Gyuto Sujihiki Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Buying Options Add to Cart Add to Cart Customer Reviews 4.5 out of 5 stars 13 3.8 out of 5 stars 4 4.6 out of 5 stars 6 4.7 out of 5 stars 24 4.6 out of 5 stars 6 4.5 out of 5 stars 13 Price $174.00$174.00 $289.00$289.00 $115.00$115.00 — no data $230.00$230.00 $158.00$158.00 Model Kagayaki KC-9ES Hattori FH-13L Kagayaki KG-3ES Kagayaki KG-10ES Kagayaki KGR2-3 Kagayaki KC-8ES Steel Blade High Carbon Tool Steel VG-10 Cobalt (Stainless Steel) VG-1 High Carbon Japanese Stainless Steel VG-1 High Carbon Japanese Stainless Steel R-2 Special Steel High Carbon Tool Steel Handle Black Pakkawood Hand Contoured Linen Micarta Handle Black Pakkawood Black Pakkawood Black Pakkawood Black Pakkawood Size 10.6’’ 10.6" 7’’ 10.6’’ 8.2’’ 9.4’’