KITCHEN KNIVES

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KAI - MADE IN JAPAN

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Introduction
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Shun Shun Premier Tim Mlzer Shun Kaji Shun Elite Shun Ken Onion Shun Gold Shun Pro Wasabi Black Seki Magoroku - Red Wood Seki Magoroku - Magnolia Pure Komachi Magnetic Blade Protection Knife blocks, cutting boards & storage Accessories Knife sharpeners & whetstone Re-sharpening, maintenance & blade shapes

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KAI A JAPANESE BRAND Fashion, lifestyle, media world Japan is ahead of time. Whatever is going to develop, Tokyo already has it. Japanese products are also in great demand around the world. The Far Eastern blend of harmony, minimalism and function combined with convincing quality leads to a magic formula of a great number of popular lifestyle products. Kai products have long had cult status in Japan with an unmistakable degree of recognition. Founded in Seki in 1908, the company has for 100 years developed and sold cutlery and related products of excellent sharpness and function. One of the companys specialities are Japanese chefs knives of outstanding quality and origins. The common denominator is based on the centuries old art of Japanese Samurai sword forging. Technical innovations and the constant drive for aesthetic design give Kai chefs knives their unmistakable and global recognition. The Kai Group is based in Tokyo with subsidiaries in Hong Kong, Portland/USA and Solingen/Germany. The company employs more than 1.000 staff worldwide.

A TOUCH OF FAR EASTERN DINING CULTURE Japan is known for its versatile culture, economy and history. Thinking about Japanese cuisine inevitably leads to the world-famous Sushi and with it a very distinct image: rice and raw fish are indispensable ingredients. The Japanese love fresh ingredients and are adverse to long cooking times; they prefer the natural taste. Each Japanese region has its own culinary specialties. Owing to centuries of isolation, the Japanese have learned to perfect seasonal cuisine and to make the most of local ingredients. Apart from fresh ingredients the aesthetic presentation of food is of outstanding importance. Even the smallest culinary delights are artfully prepared. The Japanese think holistically, thus cooking, art and philosophy are inseparable. The right choice of knife is an essential part of the joy of cooking.

01 SHUN SERIES 35 SHAPES

The Shun series of chefs knives is one of the most comprehensive damask steel series worldwide and highly appreciated by top class professionals as well as ambitious hobby chefs. Shun professional chefs knives are made from specific stainless damask steel with 32 layers. The core layer is made from V-Gold-10-steel. This is an extremely hard (611 HRC, 1.0% carbon, 1.5% cobalt) and corrosion-resistant steel that gives the blade a sharpness that is second to none. The convex cut of the blade together with the manual honing of each Shun knife delivers an unrivalled sharpness that allows the knife to cut through even the toughest material. This sharpness together with the well-balanced weight of the knife makes for tireless work.

DM-0715 Vegetable knife Blade: 2.5 (6,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

DM-0714 Vegetable knife Blade: 3.5 (9,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

DM-0700 Office knife Blade: 3.5 (9,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

DM-0716 Utility knife Blade: 4.0 (10,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

DM-0701 Utility knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm DM-0701L For left-handers

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DM-0741 Ultimatives Utility knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

DM-0722 Tomato knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

DM-0711 Steak knife Blade: 5.0 (12,5 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

DM-0710 Steak Boning knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

DM-0743 Gokujo boning knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

DM-0732 Small Santoku Blade: 4.0 (10,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

DM-0727 Small Santoku Blade: 5.5 (14,0 cm) Handle: 11,2 cm

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DM-0740 Santoku, hollow ground Blade: 5.5 (14,0 cm) Handle: 11,2 cm

DM-0702 Santoku Blade: 7.0 (18,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm DM-0702L For left-handers

DM-0718 Santoku, hollow ground Blade: 7.0 (18,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

DM-0717 Large Santoku Blade: 7.5 (19,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

DM-0746 Chefs knife Blade: 4.25 (10,5 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

DM-0723 Chefs knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 11,2 cm

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DM-0747 Chefs knife, hollow ground Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 11,2 cm

DM-0706 Chefs knife Blade: 8.0 (20,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm DM-0706L For left-handers

DM-0719 Chefs knife hollow ground Blade: 8.0 (20,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

DM-0707 Chefs knife Blade: 10.0 (25,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

DM-0733 Nakiri Blade: 4.0 (10,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

DM-0728 Nakiri Blade: 6.5 (16,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

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DM-0703 Carving knife Blade: 8.0 (20,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

DM-0709 Carving fork Blade: 6.5 (16,0 cm) Handle: 11,6 cm

Each Shun knife gets its unique and individual character by refining the natural beauty of the damask grain. This way every Shun knife is unmistakable and unique a piece of art, united by craftsmanship, technology and design. Inspired by the masterful art of Samurai swords the technique for manufacturing the finest chefs knives enables the Shun series even to deliver knives with western blade shapes.

DM-0712 China-Chefs knife Blade: 7.0 (18,0 cm) Handle: 10,0 cm

DM-0734 Tanto slicing knife Blade: 9.0 (23,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

DM-0704 Slicing knife Blade: 9.0 (23,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

DM-0720 Slicing knife hollow ground Blade: 9.0 (23,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

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The Shun bread knifes innovative serrated edge is among the revolutionary developments introduced by KAI. From the centre of the edge the serration, slanted in opposing directions, levels off towards the outside. That way the bread is perfectly cut and not torn. Crumbs are reduced to a minimum.

DM-0724 Bread knife, offset Blade: 8.25 (21,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

DM-0705 Bread knife Blade: 9.0 (23,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

DM-0745 Slicing knife, hollow ground Blade: 12.0 (30,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

DM-0761 Flexibles Filetiermesser Blade: 7.0 (18,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

DM-0735 Chinese chefs knife Blade: 12.0 (30,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

12 SHUN SETS

DMS-200 Shun carving set in a fine wooden box DM-0703 + DM-0709 39,6/15,6/3,2 cm L/W/H

DMS-210 Shun knife set in a fine wooden box DM-0700 + DM-0701 31,0/12,5/2,4 cm L/W/H

DMS-220 Shun knife set in a fine wooden box DM-0701 + DM-0706 39,6/15,6/3,2 cm L/W/H DMS-230 (not shown) Shun knife set in a fine wooden box DM-0701 + DM-0702 39,6/15,6/3,2 cm L/W/H

DMS-300 Shun knife set in a fine wooden box DM-0700 + DM-0701 + DM-0706 39,6/20,6/3,2 cm L/W/H DMS-310 (not shown) Shun knife set in a fine wooden box DM-0700 + DM-0701 + DM-0702 39,6/20,6/3,2 cm L/W/H

DMS-400 Shun steak knife set in a fine wooden box 4x DM-0711 29,0/20,2/2,4 cm L/W/H

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DM-0907 Steak Knife and Fork Set with Table Rest

DM-0908 Large Blade Steak Knife and Fork Set with Table Rest

DM-0990 2pcs Fork Set

SHUN ZUBEHR BC-0751 Fishbone tweezers Stainless steel 13,9/2,1/2,3 cm L/W/H

DM-7100 Japanese Kitchen Scissors Blades: 5,0 cm

DM-0736 Shun mincing knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Block: 24,0/24,0/6,0 cm L/W/H

Together with the wooden cutting block this is the ideal tool to mince herbs and vegetables. The 6 (15 cm) blade is made from the well-known damask steel and fitted with a handle of pakkawood. The cutting block is made of bamboo wood; it has a cutting mould and a slot on the back where the mincing knife can not only be safely stored but is always to hand.

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DM-0900 Micro grater Stainless steel 27,5/14,3 cm L/W

Oroshigane - the traditional japanese tool is an excellent choice for ginger and wasabi.Its extremely sharp serration grinds very smoothly and allows the flavour to flower out even better. It can be used on both sides (smooth / very smooth). Its large grating surface provides for comfortable work. Suitable for ginger, wasabi, radish, garlic, tomatoes and much more.

43070060 Chefs apron 103,0/76,0 cm L/W

KNIFE BAGS

DM-0780 Shun knife bag for 9 large and 8 small knives closed: 54,0/23,0/9,0 cm L/W/H open: 91,0/51,0 cm L/W

DM-0781 KAI knife bag for 3 large and 2 small knives closed: 45,0/16,0/7,0 cm L/W/H open: 45,0/43,0 cm L/W

The knife bags are the ideal storage for knives, especially for the professional chef on the road. The knives are secured with a new hook-and-loop fastening system. They are stored safely and the blades do not touch each other. The bag comes with a carrying strap.

02 SHUN PREMIER ANNIVERSARY KNIFE Limited Edition 5555 knives *

The Shun Premier Anniversary Knife is made from corrosion-resistant 32-layer damask steel. The inner layer consists of VG-10 steel and, with a hardness of 611 HRC, is exceptionally hard. The grinding process perfected by Kai provides the knife with the sharpness that is typical for Shun. In addition to the hand-forged surface, the double-bevelled blade also boasts the characteristic damask grain. Because of its ergonomic shape, the handle of brown walnut wood fits the hand comfortably and is suitable for both right-handed and left-handed use. The end of the handle bears the KAI Europe Anniversary embossing.

TDM-1717 Large Santoku Blade: 7.75 (19,5 cm) Handle: 12,0 cm

For each purchase of one of the Shun Premier Anniversary Knives, which are limited to 5555 knives, the project Kchen fr Deutschlands Schulen (Kitchens for Germanys Schools) with Tim Mlzer will receive 5 euros. The goal of this project is to equip schools with kitchens in which pupils can be taught the basics of a balanced diet. The project is currently carried out in cooperation with the Federal Ministry of Food, the Bertelsmann Stiftung and Nolte Kchen as sponsors.

02 SHUN PREMIER TIM MLZER 6 SHAPES

For the trend-setting Shun Premier Tim Mlzer series, Kai has developed six additional knives made from corrosion-resistant 32-layer damask steel. It is embellished with a handhammered surface which in Japan is known as Tsuchime, thus combining timeless aesthetic qualities with ultimate sharpness. The blades have a massive core of VG-10 steel with a hardness of 611 HRC. In analogy to the limited Anniversary Knife, great importance was attached also in this series to the knives providing optimum grip as well as extraordinary hardness. The Shun Premier Tim Mlzer series, from bread knife to santoku, provides professional cutting tools which will set new standards in the premium segment by providing exceptional performance in a timeless design.

TDM-1700 Office knife Blade: 3.5 (9,0 cm) Handle: 10,5 cm

TDM-1701 Utility knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 10,5 cm

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TDM-1702 Santoku Blade: 7.0 (18,0 cm) Handle: 12,0 cm

TDM-1704 Slicing knife Blade: 9.5 (24,0 cm) Handle: 12,0 cm

True to Tim Mlzers premise, A good knife not only makes work easier but also helps to make cooking to turn out well, each of the carefully manufactured damask knives was meticulously adapted to its respective area of use by the Japanese master forgers from Seki City. Due to the particularly symmetrical shape of their walnut handle, all shapes moreover ensure a precise cutting performance for both right-handed as well as left-handed use.

TDM-1705 Bread knife Blade: 9.0 (23,0 cm) Handle: 12,0 cm

TDM-1706 Chefs knife Blade: 8.0 (20,0 cm) Handle: 12,0 cm

03 SHUN KAJI SERIES 7 SHAPES

Kaji is Japanese for blacksmith and synonymous for the geniality of manufacturing ultimately sharp Samurai swords. For centuries their perfected art of forging formed the basis for the world-wide recognition of the sword craftsmen of Seki; only the very best would be called Kaji. As is this knife series which will set new standards in the premium segment not only with its exceptional hardness of 641 HRC. The stainless steel blade is made from a specially developed 32-layer Damascus steel and an extremely hard SG-2 core, resulting in a very sharp and long lasting blade. The special feature of this series is the mirror-finished Damascus blade that turns each Kaji into a visual highlight.

Riveted handle

32-layered Damascus blade with logo calligraphy

Handle end with stamped logo

KDM-0001 Office knife Blade: 3.5 (9,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

KDM-0016 Utility knife Blade: 4.5 (11,5 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

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KDM-0005 Chefs knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 11,2 cm

KDM-0004 Santoku hollow ground Blade: 7.0 (18,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

The riveted handle is of fine laminated Pakka wood that is comfortable to use by both left- and right-handers because of its symmetric form. Kaji stands for the symbiosis of traditional craft, state-of-the-art technology and uncompromising elegance a highlight for professional and ambitious hobby chefs.

KDM-0006 Chefs knife Blade: 8.0 (20,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

KDM-0008 Bread knife Blade: 9.0 (23,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

KDM-0009 Slicing knife hollow ground Blade: 9.0 (23,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

KDMS-230 Shun Kaji knife set in a fine wooden box KDM-0016 + KDM-0004 39,6/15,6/3,2 cm L/W/H

04 SHUN ELITE SERIES 7 SHAPES

Shun Elite combines extraordinary appearance with the demand on highest sharpness and function. The blade has a solid sintered SG2 core with the extraordinary hardness of 641 HRC. The additional coating of a softer stainless steel alloy delivers the perfect combination of cutting edge retention, flexibility and corrosion protection. The elegant blackish-brown handle is made from laminated Pakka wood. The handles inset consists of a Samurai emblem together with one red and one golden brass ring, thus emphasizing the traditional claim of the top class series. The ergonomic shape of the oval handle is soft to the touch and together with a fine balance allows for comfortable work.

Red and gold-coloured brass ring

3-layered Damascus blade with logo calligraphy

Handle end

SG-0400 Office knife Blade: 3.5 (9,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

SG-0409 Utility knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

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SG-0412 Chefs knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 11,2 cm

SG-0403 Santoku Blade: 7.0 (18,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

The Shun Elite knife series has been inspired to the finest detail by the aesthetic art of Samurai swords.

SG-0404 Chefs knife Blade: 8.0 (20,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

SG-0406 Bread knife Blade: 9.0 (23,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

SG-0407 Slicing knife Blade: 9.5 (24,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

05 SHUN KEN ONION SERIES LIMITED EDITION 12 SHAPES

The master US knife designer Ken Onion has added a highlight to the exclusive Shun series of damask knives. The design of these chefs knives harkens back to their traditional beginnings and is defined by a characteristic handle shape designed to comfortably fit all hands, large or small, and to ensure easy handling and effortless cutting. With these goals in mind, the handles angle and cross-section have been adjusted and a more gradual transition between the handle and the blade was created. The DM-0500 chefs knife comes with a matching knife stand.

DM-0516 Office knife Blade: 4.0 (10,0 cm) Handle: 10,7 cm

DM-0501 Utility knife Blade: 5.0 (12,5 cm) Handle: 10,7 cm

DM-0513 Tomato knife Blade: 5.0 (12,5 cm) Handle: 10,7 cm

DM-0519 Steak knife Blade: 5.25 (13,5 cm) Handle: 10,7 cm

DM-0502 Santoku Blade: 7.0 (18,0 cm) Handle: 12,7 cm

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DM-0510 Chefs knife Blade: 4.0 (10,0 cm) Handle: 10,7 cm

DM-0508 Chefs knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 12,7 cm

DM-0500 Chefs knife Blade: 8.0 (20,0 cm) Handle: 12,7 cm

DM-0507 Chefs knife Blade: 10.0 (25,0 cm) Handle: 12,7 cm

DM-0505 Bread knife Blade: 9.0 (23,0 cm) Handle: 12,7 cm

DM-0504 Slicing knife Blade: 10.0 (25,0 cm) Handle: 12,7 cm

DM-0518 Cleaver Blade: 7.0 (18,0 cm) Handle: 11,7 cm

06 SHUN GOLD SERIES 7 SHAPES

The exclusive Shun Gold Series captivates with its brilliant details and elegance. The characteristic feature of these beautiful chefs knives is the golden ring that stylishly enhances the Japanese aesthetics of the blackish-brown Pakka wood handle. Additionally the end of the handle features a stamped logo. Another new and distinctive feature in comparison to the classic Shun series is the symmetric handle geometry that guarantees both left- and right-handers equal cutting comfort and precision. The well-known quality and sharpness of the renowned Shun Classic series of course also applies to the Shun Gold series.

Gold-coloured brass ring

32 layers Damascus blade with logo calligraphy

Handle end with stamped logo

BC-0451 Office knife Blade: 3.5 (9,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

BC-0452 Utility knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 10,4 cm

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BC-0453 Chefs knife Blade: 6.0 (15,0 cm) Handle: 11,2 cm

BC-0454 Santoku Blade: 7.0 (18,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

The individual grain of the Damascus blade and numerous manufacturing steps by hand like grinding the blade make each knife a unique piece.

BC-0455 Chefs knife Blade: 8.0 (20,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

BC-0456 Bread knife Blade: 9.0 (23,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

BC-0457 Slicing knife Blade: 9.5 (24,0 cm) Handle: 12,2 cm

07 SHUN PRO SERIES 10 SHAPES

With its traditional, asymmetric Japanese blade shape the Shun Pro series complements the Shun chefs knife collection. The blades are made throughout from the damask series core material, the V-Gold-10 steel. This top class series of Japanese chefs knives is not only highly rated among Sushi chefs all over the world but increasingly popular in European kitchens. The asymmetric blade with the one-sided hollow-ground on the opposing side delivers a unique cutting experience that cannot be matched by most European blades. As an optional extra Shun Pro knives come with a top-quality wooden sheath for optimum blade protection.

VG-0105D Deba Blade: 10,5 cm Handle: 12,2 cm

VG-0165D Deba Blade: 16,5 cm Handle: 12,2 cm

VG-0165DL For left-handers

VG-0210D Deba Blade: 21,0 cm Handle: 12,2 cm

VG-0105DS Wooden blade cover Deba 10,5 cm VG-0165DS Wooden blade cover Deba 16,5 cm VG-0210DS Wooden blade cover Deba 21,0 cm

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VG-0165N Nakiri Blade: 16,5 cm Handle: 12,2 cm VG-0165NL For left-handers

VG-0165NS Wooden blade cover Nakiri 16,5 cm

VG-0210Y Yanagiba Blade: 21,0 cm Handle: 12,2 cm

VG-0240Y Yanagiba Blade: 24,0 cm Handle: 12,2 cm

VG-0240YL For left-handers

VG-0270Y Yanagiba Blade: 27,0 cm Handle: 12,2 cm

VG-0300Y Yanagiba Blade: 30,0 cm Handle: 12,2 cm

VG-0210YS VG-0240YS VG-0270YS VG-0300YS

Wooden Wooden Wooden Wooden

blade blade blade blade

cover cover cover cover

Yanagiba Yanagiba Yanagiba Yanagiba

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08 WASABI SERIES 14 SHAPES

Wasabi Black polished blade, black handle: these Japanese designed knives feature a stainless steel polished blade with a hardness of 58 1 HRC that lend your kitchen the unmistakable Far Eastern flair. A handle has been developed for the Wasabi series that offers the optimum hygiene thanks to the special combination of bamboo powder and polypropylene assisted by the natural anti-bacterial properties of the bamboo parts. In contrast to the traditional Japanese wood handle the black handle is not inserted but embraces the blade completely. Thus the blade is closely connected to the handle, not allowing dirt to settle in any gaps making the knives suitable for canteens.

6710P Utility knife Blade: 10,0 cm Handle: 12,6 cm

6715U Utility knife Blade: 15,0 cm Handle: 12,6 cm

6715C Chefs knife Blade: 15,0 cm Handle: 12,6 cm

6720C Chefs knife Blade: 20,0 cm Handle: 12,6 cm

6716S Santoku Blade: 18,0 cm Klingenstrke: 0,2 cm Handle: 12,6 cm

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6716N Nakiri Blade: 16,5 cm Klingenstrke: 0,2 cm Handle: 12,6 cm

6723B Bread knife Blade: 23,0 cm Handle: 12,6 cm

6723L Slicing knife Blade: 23,0 cm Handle: 12,6 cm

6710D Deba Blade: 10,5 cm Klingenstrke: 0,25 cm Handle: 12,6 cm 6715D Deba Blade: 15,0 cm Klingenstrke: 0,5 cm Handle: 12,6 cm 6721D Deba Blade: 21,0 cm Klingenstrke: 0,3 cm Handle: 12,6 cm

6715Y Yanagiba Blade: 15,5 cm Klingenstrke: 0,25 cm Handle: 12,6 cm 6721Y Yanagiba Blade: 21,0 cm Klingenstrke: 0,25 cm Handle: 12,6 cm

6724Y Yanagiba Blade: 24,0 cm Klingenstrke: 0,25 cm Handle: 12,6 cm

09 SEKI MAGOROKU SERIES RED WOOD 14 SHAPES

The Seki Magoroku Red Wood series captivates by its mirror-finished blade made of topquality steel with a hardness of 581 HRC and the exquisitely polished edge that gives the series a high cutting performance. The traditional chestnut-shaped handle is made from Redwood. This hardwood naturally has high oil content and is therefore water-resistant. The polished polypropylene bracket adds harmony to the woods modern colour.

MGR-100P Office knife Blade: 10,0 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

MGR-150U Utility knife Blade: 15,0 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

MGR-150C Chefs knife Blade: 15,0 cm Handle: 13,4 cm MGR-200C Chefs knife Blade: 20,0 cm Handle: 13,4 cm

MGR-170S Santoku Blade: 17,0 cm Handle: 13,4 cm

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MGR-165N Nakiri Blade: 16,5 cm Handle: 13,4 cm

MGR-225B Bread knife Blade: 23,0 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

MGR-200L Slicing knife Blade: 20,0 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

MGR-105D Deba Blade: 10,5 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

MGR-155D Deba Blade: 15,5 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

MGR-210D Deba Blade: 21,0 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

MGR-180Y Yanagiba Blade: 18,0 cm Handle: 13,4 cm

MGR-210Y Yanagiba Blade: 21,0 cm Handle: 13,4 cm

MGR-240Y Yanagiba Blade: 24,0 cm Handle: 13,4 cm

10 SEKI MAGOROKU SERIES MAGNOLIA 7 SHAPES

Like the Redwood series the Seki Magoroku Magnolia series impresses with a mirror-polished edge of top quality steel with 581 HRC hardness and the traditional chestnut-shaped handle made from magnolia wood and a black polypropylene bracket. This series is only available in the traditional Japanese blade shapes Deba, Nakiri and Yanagiba. For perfect storage a wooden sheath is available for each blade. It protects the delicate edge from damages.

MG-105D Deba Blade: 10,5 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

MG-155D Deba Blade: 15,5 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

MG-210D Deba Blade: 21,0 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

MG-105DS Wooden blade cover Deba 10,5 cm

MG-155DS Wooden blade cover Deba 15,5 cm

MG-210DS Wooden blade cover Deba 21,0 cm

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MG-165N Nakiri Blade: 16,5 cm Handle: 13,4 cm

MG-165NS Wooden blade cover Nakiri 16,5 cm

MG-180Y Yanagiba Blade: 18,0 cm Handle: 13,4 cm

MG-210Y Yanagiba Blade: 21,0 cm Handle: 13,4 cm

MG-240Y Yanagiba Blade: 24,0 cm Griff 13,4 cm

MG-180YS Wooden blade cover Yanagiba 18,0 cm

MG-210YS Wooden blade cover Yanagiba 21,0 cm

MG-240YS Wooden blade cover Yanagiba 24,0 cm

11 PURE KOMACHI SERIES 8 SHAPES

Pure Komachi playfully combines function and design. The top-quality stainless steel is coated with a coloured anti-slip material. Food does not stick to the blade when cutting and the colour code clearly shows what to use the knife for. The transparent handle shows the scope of application.

AB-1100 Santoku Blade: 16,6 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

AB-1101 Chefs knife Blade: 16,6 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

AB-1103 Bread knife Blade: 21,0 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

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AB-1104 Sandwich knife Blade: 14,5 cm Handle: 12,0 cm

AB-1273 Multi-purpose knife incl. stand-up blade cover Blade: 10,0 cm Handle: 11,5 cm

AB-1274 Multi-purpose knife with serrated edge incl. stand-up blade cover Blade: 10,0 cm Handle: 11,5 cm

AB-1276 Multi-purpose knife incl. stand-up blade cover Blade: 10,0 cm Handle: 11,5 cm

12 MAGNETIC BLADE PROTECTION

The KAI BladeGuard is a magnetic blade protection system that can be readily adapted in length to fit individual blade sizes. The magnetic inserts covering its entire surface keep the knife securely and firmly in position. The film hinge makes for easy opening and closing. The ideal protection for storing the knives in a drawer or during travel. KAI BladeGuard is available in three designs.

BG-S Bladeguard for blades up to max. 160 x 27 mm

BG-M Bladeguard for blades up to max. 250 x 35 mm

BG-L Bladeguard for blades up to max. 250 x 61 mm

BG-SET composed of BG-M + BG-L

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13 KNIFE BLOCKS, CUTTING BOARDS & STORAGE

Knife blocks and cutting boards made from wood are manufactured to meet the highest demands with regards to quality and design. These timeless products are skilfully manufactured to the highest level. Great demands are made not only on design and function but also on the quality of the original wood. Of equal importance to beauty and variety of the different sorts of wood are sustainability and ecological responsibility. The durability of the products corresponds with the life cycle of the wood that has been employed. This means that the raw material for the respective products can grow again during the time they are being used.

KAI KNIFE BLOCK The base of the knife block DM-0794 is made from black slate. Because of the integrated plastic bearing the block can be turned through a full circle.

DM-0794 empty 31,0/18,0/34,0 cm L/W/H DM-0794DM SET1 (Shun) furnished DM-0700, 0701, 0702, 0705 & 0706 DM-0794MGR SET1 (Seki Magoroku RW) furnished MGR-100P, 150U, 200C, 170S & 165N

SHUN KNIFE BLOCK Unique design. Its innovative combination of acrylic and wood puts the damask blades in full view. It has room for 8 chefs knives as well as a meat fork.

DM-0790 empty 18,5 / 22,5 /30,0 cm L/W/H DM-0799 (Shun) furnished DM-0700 bis 0707 & 0709

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STONEHENGE KNIFE BLOCK RED WOOD The knife block offers secure space for up to 10 knives on its 5 wooden columns. The base is made from slate, the wood columns from red wood. STH-1 empty 21,0/21,0/30,0 cm L/W/H STH-1-1DM SET 1 (Shun) furnished DM-0700, 0701, 0702, 0705 & 0706 STH-1-1DM SET 2 (Shun) furnished DM-0700, 0701, 0702, 0704, 0705, 0706, 0714, 0723, 0727 & 0728 STH-1-1MGR SET 1 (Seki Magoroku RW) furnished MGR-100P, 150U, 200C, 170S & 165N STH-1-1MGR SET 2 (Seki Magoroku RW) furnished MGR-100P, 150U, 200C, 170S, 165N, 105D, 210D, 180Y, 210Y & 240Y

STONEHENGE KNIFE BLOCK OAK The base is iron; the wood columns are made from oak wood.

STH-2 empty 21,0/21,0/28,0 cm L/W/H STH-2-1DM SET 3 (Shun) furnished DM-0700, 0701, 0702, 0705 & 0706 STH-2-1DM SET 4 (Shun) furnished DM-0700, 0701, 0702, 0704, 0705, 0706, 0714, 0723, 0727 & 0728

KAI KNIFE BLOCK The Kai oak knife block has room for 8 knives. The oiled wood is easily dismantled, so that each slot can be thoroughly and effortlessly cleaned. 6600-BN empty 23,5/13,0/22,0 cm L/W/H 6799 (Wasabi) furnished 6716S, 6716N, 6720C, 6710P, 6715U, 6710D, 6724Y & 6715D

42 KNIFE BLOCK WRENCH Simplicity rules! Slim knive block made of solid oak wood. By nesting two basic hexagons and fixing them with a rubber o-ring we create a storage facility for six kitchen knives. Got more cutlery? Just add a third hexagon and at least twelve knives can be placed.

SGW1 2 elements for 6 knives 14,5/14,5/27,0 cm L/W/H SGW2 Extension up to 12 knives 19,0/19,0/27,0 cm L/W/H

KNIFE BLOCK SADDLE The saddle-like design provides storage for eight knives and one or more chopping boards. Patina wanted: According to the fact that leather is a living material, traces of use like scratches or staining are absolutly desired. The set containes a 16:9 chopping board made of four different european hardwoods (cherry, oak, walnut, maple).

SGS1 empty Leather, darkbrown Block: 25,0/13,0/27,0 cm L/W/H Board: 47,0/25,5/2,5 cm L/W/H

SGS2 Leather, tan Block: 25,0/13,0/27,0 cm L/W/H Board: 47,0/25,5/2,5 cm L/W/H

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KAI MAGNETIC KNIFE BOARD DM-0793 empty 40,0/29,0/1,5 cm L/W/H DM-0793DM SET1 (Shun) furnished DM-0700, 0701, 0702, 0705, 0706 & 0728 DM-079367 SET1 (Wasabi) furnished 6710P, 6715U, 6720C, 6716S & 6716N DM-0793MGR SET1 (Seki Magoroku RW) furnished MGR-100P, 150U, 200C, 170S & 165N

KAI HEAD WOOD BOARD CHOPPING BLOCK The chopping block rests on four non-slip rubber feet. The thickness makes it ideal for coarse work. The oak board is oiled. In case of wear and tear it is easy to restore with abrasive, followed by a lick of oil.

DM-0795 39,0/26,2/5,3 cm L/W/H

KAI HEAD WOOD BOARD - 2 IN 1 TURNING BOARD Material: Oiled oak. One side of the board has a smooth surface the other side has a juice groove.

DM-0796 38,9/38,9/3,0 cm L/W/H

KAI BAMBOO CUTTING BOARD

DM-0797 35,7/35,7/4,4 cm L/W/H

14 ACCESSORIES

By adding the kitchen gadgets series Select to the existing range Kai is responding to the wishes of many customers. The attractive, ergonomically styled gadgets are made of topquality steel. Easy to use they are the ideal addition to the kitchen range. Cutting board and cutting mat: Nanotechnology has arrived in the kitchen through specific synthetics and innovative finishing. Surfaces like that of the cutting board are constructed according to Mother Nature. The so-called lotus blossom effect a microscopically fine structure of naps - prevents water, dirt or other particles from sticking to the surface.

KAI CUTTING BOARDS WITH LOTUS BLOSSOM EFFECT The cutting boards of white plastic are enriched with silver ions and therefore bactericidal. Cleaning is much easier due to the specific lotus blossom effect. AP-1130 Small cutting board 28,0/16,0/1,5 cm L/W/H AP-1131 Medium cutting board 35,0/21,0/1,5 cm L/W/H AP-1132 Large cutting board 41,0/23,0/1,5 cm L/W/H

KAI FLEXIBLE CUTTING MATS WITH MEASURING SCALE The flexible, and only 2 mm thick, cutting mats of black plastic have a measuring scale. They are bactericidal due to the enrichment with silver ions. AP-5015 Small cutting mat 30,0/22,0/0,2 cm L/W/H AP-5016 Large cutting mat 37,0/27,0/0,2 cm L/W/H

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SELECT T-PEELER The T-peeler has a thick blade mounted at a 10 angle. The outstanding width and the extraordinary thickness guarantee effortless peeling.

DH-6000 Blade: 5,0 cm Handle: 9,2 cm x 4,0 cm (L/W)

SELECT I-PEELER The I-peeler turns peeling potatoes and other vegetables into sheer pleasure. The shape and the blade closely mounted to the handle are specific features.

DH-6001 Blade: 5,0 cm Handle: 11,0 cm x 2,6 cm (L/W)

SELECT SCALE REMOVER The sturdy scale remover is made from a single piece of top-quality steel. It comes with a plastic reservoir to collect the scales.

DH-6006 Gesamtlnge: 21,0 cm Grifflnge: 14,0 cm

SELECT KITCHEN SCISSORS The kitchen scissors impress with their outstanding function and beautiful design. The scissor blades of 3.0 mm thick top-quality steel have a micro- serration that holds in position whatever needs cutting. A special screw allows easy dismantling of the scissors for thorough cleaning.

DH-6002 Bltter: 9,3 cm (L)

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KNIFE SHARPENERS & WHETSTONES

To sharpen and hone the knives the traditional Japanese way, we recommend the whetstones of ceramic compound. The premium highlights are the DM-0708, DM-0600, WS-800 & WS-3000 whetstones. The electric knife sharpener AP-0118 by KAI is an alternative to traditional whetstones. It is equipped with two pairs of rotating whetstones that allow coarse and fine grinding (finish) in one single step. For a detailed manual for re-working symmetric and asymmetric blades with traditional Japanese whetstones go to the next page.

ELECTRIC SHARPENER A nice compact product design, the lightweight of only 875 g and a newly developed sharpening unit with two pairs of ceramic grinding stones are among the highlights of Kais new electric sharpener. Its dimensions fit every kitchen. The power cable can be stored in the casing; a cover protects the sharpening unit against dirt. Finger moulds and non-slip feet ensure a secure hold. Because the two pairs of grinding stones are mounted one behind the other, two operations can be done simultaneously. The first pair, of coarse grinding stones, restores the blunt edge; the second pair, of fine stones, polishes the edge to a fine and clean finish.

AP-0118 Electrical knife sharpener 13,8x11,1x10,5 cm L/W/H APF-0118 Polishing Unit for AP-0118

TECHNICAL DATA: Power supply 230 Volt / 50 Hz, AC Power Consumption 60 Watts Short time use 2 minutes Dimensions 138mm x 111mm x 105mm Weight 875g Wet stone Alundum

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COMBINATION WHETSTONE The DM-0708 offers a coarse side for grinding and a fine side for sharpening the edge. For the professional the DM-0600 also allows fine-polishing the edge with the 6000 side.

DM-0708 Grain 300/1000 18,4/6,2/2,8 cm L/W/H

DM-0600 Grain 1000/6000 18,4/6,2/2,8 cm L/W/H

WHETSTONES Using the whetstone WS-3000 the demanding chef can further improve the result of the 1000 grain to get an extremely fine-finished edge. The whetstone WS-800 is a good alternative to get a quick and good result. WS-3000 Grain 3000 18,5/6,4/2,0 cm L/W/H WS-800 Grain 800 18,5/6,4/2,0 cm L/W/H

WHETSTONES WITH RESERVOIR Because the whetstones float in the practical plastic casing, they dry quickly all round. The plastic casing also has a gutter and a water reservoir, for moistening the whetstone during the grinding process.

AP-0304 Grain 3000 25,2/9,4/3,5 cm L/W/H

AP-0305 Grain 400/1000 25,2/9,4/5,0 cm L/W/H

48 50 CARE TIPS AND USE Our top-quality knives need a certain amount of care so that you can enjoy your sharp knife for a long time. 1. Before using our knives for the first time clean them with hot water. 2. After each use clean them under running water and dry them with a soft cloth; do not use aggressive detergents. For your own safety you should always wipe the knife with a towel or cloth from the blades back towards the edge. 3. Rinse off aggressive agents like lemon juice directly after use. 4. Never put knives in a dishwasher. This may impair not only the material, but also the sharpness of the edge. 5. Never cut on glass or granite cutting boards. These may be easy to clean but will ruin the edge of even the hardest steel. Use only wooden boards (head wood is best) or synthetic cutting boards of medium firmness. 6. Knives with handles of natural wood should not remain in water too long. Occasionally oil the handle with neutral vegetable oil. 7. When storing a knife make sure that the edge never gets in contact with other metallic objects. That way you avoid damage to the edge. Store knives either in a knife block, a wooden drawer insert or on a wall mounted magnet board; Japanese blades are best kept in a wooden sheath.

RE-SHARPENING The whetstone should be soaked in water for about 10 minutes before using it. Make sure that the stone is always slightly wet during the grinding process. Asymmetric blades: place the ground side first on the whetstone. Make sure that you use the angle recommended by the manufacturer. Grind the knife with a 45 angle to the whetstone (to get the largest possible surface), pressing towards the edge and releasing the pressure when moving the knife back. This should be repeated proportionally on all parts of the blade. Once the ground side is done, reverse the knife and repeat the process as described above on the hollow-ground side but less often 1/10 will do.

Symmetric blades: repeat the process as above, but reduce the angle to approx. 15. It is important to grind both sides of the blade equally to regain a symmetrically sharpened knife.

THE JAPANESE BLADE SHAPES

NAKIRI = vegetable cutter - The traditional Japanese vegetable knife. - Mainly for cutting of all kinds of vegetables. - Although it looks like a cleaver it is not cutting bones.

SANTOKU = three advantages - The traditional Japanese multi-purpose knife. - Cutting fish, meat and vegetables. - Comparable to a chefs knife.

DEBA = protruding blade The traditional Japanese cleaver. Knife with asymmetric blade. Solid and heavy knife with a strong, broad blade. The front part of the blade is mainly used for filleting fish. The rear part of the blade is stronger and well-suited for chopping e.g. bones and fish bones.

YANAGIBA = willow leaf blade - The traditional Japanese slicing knife. - The narrow, long blade is especially suited for cutting extremely thin slices, particularly good for Sushi and Sashimi. - The knife guarantees both an elaborate and clean smooth cut. - The length and shape of the edge allows a long draw cut.

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