{"product_id":"5-inch-vg10-damascus-japanese-knife-utility","title":"Hinoki Utility Knife 5″ — Damascus Steel with Scabbard","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe in-between blade every kitchen needs — bigger than a paring knife, smaller than a chef knife, built for the jobs that fall between the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kurocho 5\" Utility Knife is forged from VG10 Damascus steel with 67 layers and hand-finished in a striking feather Damascus pattern. Its versatile, mid-size blade is right for trimming herbs, slicing fruit, dicing shallots, and other quick prep tasks that do not call for a full-size knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is set into an ergonomic, oval-shaped wooden handle for a comfortable grip, and comes with a solid wooden scabbard for safe storage between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften the most-reached-for knife in the block once you have one to hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVG10 Damascus steel, 67 layers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVersatile mid-size blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOval-shaped wooden handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid wooden scabbard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot recommended for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCutting bone or frozen food\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is a utility knife used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt bridges the gap between a paring knife and a chef knife — good for trimming herbs, slicing fruit, and other quick everyday prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I care for it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash in warm water immediately after use, dry it fully before storing it in the scabbard, and avoid the dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I keep it sharp?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHone regularly between uses and sharpen on a whetstone, or via a professional sharpening service, every few months depending on how often it is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it come with storage?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — a solid wooden scabbard is included to protect the blade when it is not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kurocho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65999363211654,"sku":"140500071300","price":69.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1106\/2545\/6518\/files\/hinoki-utility-knife-5-inch-slate-1.png?v=1791281933","url":"https:\/\/kurocho.com\/products\/5-inch-vg10-damascus-japanese-knife-utility","provider":"Kurocho","version":"1.0","type":"link"}