{"product_id":"skm-tamashi-damascus-chefs-knife-18-cm","title":"SKM TAMASHI DAMASCUS Chef's Knife 18 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSKM Tamashi Damascus Chef's Knife 180mm\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⭐ Chosen by Sharp Knives Malta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart of our SKM Tamashi collection, selected for cooks who want authentic Japanese craftsmanship, premium VG-10 steel, and a versatile chef's knife built for everyday performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Everyday Japanese Chef's Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSKM Tamashi WA Damascus Chef's Knife 180mm\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to become the knife you reach for every day. Handcrafted in \u003cstrong\u003eMino City, Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e, it combines traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern materials to deliver exceptional sharpness, effortless cutting, and outstanding versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're slicing vegetables, preparing fish, trimming meat, or chopping herbs, this knife offers the balance, precision, and cutting performance expected from a premium Japanese chef's knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome cooks upgrading to a premium Japanese knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEveryday food preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeat, fish, and vegetable preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking for one versatile kitchen knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for those who appreciate precision, comfort, and 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control during long prep sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Japanese chef's knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in Mino City, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVG-10 stainless steel core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e44-layer Damascus construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional tsuchime hammered finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180mm chef's knife profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown Pakka wood WA handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble bevel edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight and well balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e SKM Tamashi\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chef's Knife\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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