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Starter 2-Piece Knife Set - Pakka Collection

€180.00 €260.00

Japanese precision, Western robustness.

    • DESCRIPTION

        This Pakka Starter Knife Set contains 2 knives:

      • Paring Knife - 90 mm blade
      • Santoku - 180 mm blade

    • SPECIFICATIONS

      Blade material
      440C high-carbon stainless steel
      Blade type
      Double bevel
      Blade hardness
      HRC 60 +/-1
      Thickness at the spine
      1.5 mm
      Steel heat treatment
      Cryogenic
      Blade angle
      15˚, 50/50 symmetrical grind
      Handle material
      Pakkawood

    • MAINTENANCE

      * Do not cut on hard surfaces (metal, ceramic, marble)
      * Use a wooden or soft plastic cutting board
      * Do not cut bones or frozen foods
      * Hand-wash and dry quickly after use
      * Do not wash in dishwasher, do not soak, or leave in a wet sink

    90 days money-back guarantee

    Lifetime international warranty

    Free worldwide shipping for orders > 150€

    CHARACTERISTICS

    Rediscover cooking

    Rediscover the art of cooking with KOTAI knives. Experience the sharpness and precision of handcrafted blades made from the finest materials. Elevate your culinary creations to new heights with the perfect combination of tradition and modern innovation.

    Lasting performance

    440C has more than 2x the carbon content than other premium steels. The blade, heat treated to HRC 60 +/- 1 hardness, keeps its razor-sharp edge cut after cut.

    Ergonomically engineered

    The perfect weight distribution and hand-polished ebony handle have been designed for you to cut effortlessly through the toughest food without compromising on comfort.

    The “Tsuchime” (槌目) - hammered version features a hand-hammered blade.

    Aesthetically appealing and functional, the hammered pattern creates tiny pockets of air between the blade and the food being cut.

    This ancestral Japanese method reduces drag, thus preventing food from sticking to the blade.

    CHEF TESTIMONIALS

    Knife experts at the service of gastronomy experts.

    - ROBERT FONTANA, Executive Chef, Pacific Club Hong Kong

    Powerful knife, yet very comfortable and precise.
    I always have it right beside me.

    - THIBAUT GAMBA, Michelin Starred Chef at La Table, (5-star hotel Clarance), Lille, France

    I am speechless! The knife is spectacular!

    - FRANCESCO ARENA, Executive Chef, Maison B hotel (4-star hotel), Rimini, Italy

    KOTAI is a brand that elevates your culinary journey by giving you a better cutting experience.

    - MATTHIEU PASGRIMAUD, Michelin Starred Chef at Le 1825 - La Table, Gesté, France

    We are pleasantly surprised by KOTAI since we embraced it.

    - ROMAIN CASAS, Chef at "Deux" in Paris, France

    1. Heavy Duty
    2. Sexy Design
    3. Safe & trustworthy

    - DAVIDE BORIN, Executive Chef, Pici Group, Hong Kong

    These are excellent tools for everyday use.

    - TIPHAINE MOLLARD, Chef at "Deux" in Paris, France

    KOTAI knives are exceptional! Great value for money and suitable for everyone: professionals and amateurs.

    - CHICHI COOK, chef and content creator, Metz, France

    HANDMADE BY MASTER KNIFEMAKERS

    High-end 440C Japanese steel is used by third-generation expert bladesmiths to handcraft flawless, durable and beautiful knives.

    Each KOTAI knife requires 138 steps and over 2 months to be made before going through rigorous testing.

    Customer Reviews
    5.0 Based on 4 Reviews
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    10/21/2020
    • What do you prefer about your knife ? La maniabilité le confort d'utilisation et rasoir
    • How often do you cook ? NeverSometimesOftenVery oftenEvery day
    • Are you a professional or home chef ? Home Chef
    Set de couteaux

    Tres satisfait des produits De hautes qualités rasoir Et très agréable à utiliser dans des jolie coffrets en bois très belle présentation des couteaux j'en suis ravie à un prix défiant toutes concurrence A recommandé Vous pouvez dire aussi un grand merci à la chaine fandecouteaux Par l' aquelle jai découvert vos couteaux

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    Steve A.
    France France
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    10/12/2020
    • Are you a professional or home chef ? Home Chef
    • How often do you cook ? NeverSometimesOftenVery oftenEvery day
    • What do you prefer about your knife ? Efficacité / prise en main (avec une esthétique au top)
    Magnifique set de couteaux

    Très beaux couteaux, tout à fait conformes à la description. La prise en main est fort agréable, le tranchant parfait (à voir sur le long terme mais rien à redire après une petite semaine d'utilisation). A l'usage j'affectionne tout particulièrement le modèle Gyuto qui me sert énormément et qui rempli toutes ses missions. Le couteau d'office est une excellente surprise sur le plan esthétique (je le trouve absolument magnifique) et il reste très pratique pour beaucoup de petites tâches (c'est le couteau préféré de ma femme). Le packaging est de très bonne facture également. Les boites en bambou sont très jolies mais je n'utilise finalement que la housse de protection de la lame (plus pratique pour un usage quotidien). Les boites ont trouvé une autre utilité dans la cuisine ;-). Rien à redire non plus sur le service après vente de Kotai (échanges très agréables suite à un petit souci dans les délais de livraison et très bonne réactivité de la marque). Un plus non négligeable !

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    JC
    France France
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    02/10/2021
    • What do you prefer about your knife ? Quality feeling
    • How often do you cook ? NeverSometimesOftenVery oftenEvery day
    • Are you a professional or home chef ? Home Chef
    Where is my paring knife ?

    I cannot answer because I am still missing the paring knife in my order. But the Santoku is very light and easy to use

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    Anonymous
    France France
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    12/31/2020
    • Are you a professional or home chef ? Home Chef
    • How often do you cook ? NeverSometimesOftenVery oftenEvery day
    • What do you prefer about your knife ? Très jolis
    Tres satisfaite

    Tres jolis produits, envois soigné et rapide. Le service client est réactif et compréhensif, je recommande !

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    France France
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    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    What is the steel used for the blade? Will it rust?

    This knife is made of 440C steel from Japan. 440C is a high-carbon stainless steel, meaning that it combines the property of high-carbon steel (very hard due to the high carbon content of 0.95%+ and the vacuum heat treatment, therefore very sharp and able to keep its edge for much longer than other steels) and stainless steel (ability to resist corrosion and stains). So the blade will not rust, but you have to care for it properly by washing it with soapy water and drying it quickly after using it.

    Do not put it in the dishwasher or leave it to soak in the sink.

    Is it worth buying this knife or should I just get a 30€ knife from Ikea?

    A “cheap” knife will end up costing you more in the long run, because it can break or turn dull. Low quality steel will not keep a sharp edge no matter how many hours you waste on sharpening, and you will end up having to buy a new knife every year or so.

    There are plenty of “cheap” knives that cannot perform to decent standards and very few options for chefs who are passionate about cooking, need the right tools to assist them in their career or hobby but are not willing to overspend on a brand name. Get your KOTAI knife today for a lifetime of safe and delicious cooking.

    How does the lifetime warranty work?

    We believe that a good knife should be a chef's trusted partner for life.

    That is why we are proud to stand behind our knives with a lifetime warranty.

    If you find that your knife has any manufacturing defect, you may contact us at help@kotaikitchen.com and we will repair or replace it for free.

    On top of the lifetime manufacturing warranty, you can benefit from the protection of a 90-day money-back warranty in case your KOTAI knife does not live up to your expectations.

    Try a KOTAI knife risk-free and return it within 90 days if you do not like it. No questions asked.