XITUO 8-Inch Damascus Steel Kiritsuke Gyuto Chef Knife
Elevate your culinary craft with the XITUO 8-Inch Kiritsuke Knife — a professional-grade Damascus steel chef knife that combines breathtaking beauty with razor-sharp performance. Whether you're slicing, dicing, chopping, or filleting, this versatile Gyuto-style blade is built to handle every kitchen task with effortless precision.
Why You'll Love This Knife
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Premium Damascus Steel Blade: Forged from high-quality Damascus steel with a blade angle exceeding 60°, this knife delivers exceptional sharpness and long-lasting edge retention. The striking layered pattern makes each knife a one-of-a-kind work of art.
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Imitation Ivory Octagonal Handle: The distinctive octagonal resin handle is crafted to mimic the elegance of ivory, offering a secure, ergonomic grip that reduces fatigue during extended use. Its unique faceted shape gives you superior rotational control.
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Versatile Kiritsuke Profile: The Kiritsuke (Gyuto) blade profile is a hybrid design favored by professional chefs — excelling at push cuts, slicing proteins, and precision vegetable work with equal finesse.
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Eco-Friendly Construction: The resin handle material is carefully selected for its eco-friendly properties, reducing environmental impact without compromising on comfort or durability.
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Certified for Safety & Quality: Meets multiple international safety and food-contact standards including CE/EU, FCM, CIQ, EEC, LFGB, and SGS certifications — so you can cook with confidence.
Product Specifications
| Brand |
XITUO |
| Model |
DM260128R2 |
| Blade Material |
Damascus Steel |
| Blade Length |
19 cm (approx. 7.5 inches) |
| Blade Angle |
>60° |
| Handle Material |
Eco-Friendly Resin (Imitation Ivory) |
| Handle Length |
14.5 cm |
| Handle Shape |
Octagonal |
| Certifications |
CE/EU, FCM, CIQ, EEC, LFGB, SGS |
| Country of Origin |
Made in Mainland China |
Perfect For
- Home cooks looking to upgrade to a professional-level knife
- Experienced chefs seeking a stunning Damascus statement piece
- Slicing meats, fish, vegetables, and herbs with precision
- Gifting — a truly impressive kitchen gift for any cooking enthusiast
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What type of steel is the XITUO Kiritsuke knife made from?
A: The XITUO 8-Inch Kiritsuke knife features a premium Damascus steel blade. Damascus steel is renowned for its exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and the striking layered visual pattern unique to each blade, making it a top choice for professional and home chefs alike.
Q: Is the handle comfortable to hold for long cooking sessions?
A: Absolutely. The octagonal imitation ivory resin handle is ergonomically designed to provide a secure, comfortable grip. The octagonal shape allows for precise rotational control and minimizes hand fatigue during extended kitchen tasks such as chopping, slicing, and filleting.
Q: What certifications does this knife hold?
A: This XITUO Damascus chef knife meets multiple international safety and food-contact material standards, including CE/EU, FCM, CIQ, EEC, LFGB, and SGS certifications, ensuring it is safe for everyday kitchen use and compliant with global quality benchmarks.
Q: What is a Kiritsuke (Gyuto) knife best used for?
A: The Kiritsuke is a hybrid Japanese knife profile that combines the versatility of a Western chef's knife with the precision of a Japanese blade. It excels at slicing fish and meats, chopping vegetables, and detailed prep work — making it one of the most versatile knives you can own in the kitchen.
Production & Packaging Notice
To maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. While the core quality, materials, and product specifications remain identical, you may notice slight variations in the packaging design, manufacturing origin, or the wording of the printed instructions.