Description
xMeet the SHAN ZU 8-Inch Damascus Bread Knife, a kitchen companion crafted for confident bread slicing and everyday prep. The blade combines a tough 10Cr15Mov Damascus steel core with a visible, hand-forged pattern that speaks to the craft behind every cut. Expect a high hardness around 62 HRC, rust resistance, and wear protection that help this knife stay reliable through routine pastry and loaf tasks.
Real Damascus, real craft
Unlike laser-etched artwork, SHAN ZU uses layered carbon steel, repeatedly folded and forged to form a genuine Damascus pattern. The intricate texture becomes more vivid after polishing, giving the knife a distinctive smile of metal that reflects light as you work.
- 67-layer construction enhances toughness, wear resistance, and long-term stability
- Real Damascus layering with heat-treated detail creates a unique blade pattern
- High carbon content supports sharpness and durable edge retention
Balanced design for confident handling
The knife pairs a resilient G10 handle with a thoughtfully balanced blade, delivering an ergonomic grip that stays comfortable during extended prep sessions. The blade measures 8 inches long and 2.2 mm thick, with a 15-degree cutting angle and a weight of about 270 g, offering controlled, precise slices without excessive effort.
- G10 handle provides a solid, comfortable grip
- Ergonomic balance helps reduce wrist fatigue during repeated cuts
- Slim 2.2 mm blade thickness supports clean, even slices
What you get in daily use
- Crusty bread: clean, even slices through dense crusts
- Soft loaves and baguettes: controlled, effortless portioning
- Sourdough and braided breads: stable performance with reduced tearing
Details include an 8-inch blade, a 5.3-inch handle length, a 15° edge, and a total weight around 270 g. SHAN ZU backs the knife with a 12-month warranty for added confidence in your kitchen tools.
FAQ
Q: What makes the SHAN ZU 8-Inch Damascus Bread Knife different from a standard bread knife?
A: It features a 10Cr15Mov Damascus core with 67 layers, a wave-edge pattern, and a supportive G10 handle for balance.
Q: Is this knife suitable for both crusty bread and softer baked goods?
A: Yes, the 8-inch blade with a 15-degree edge supports clean slices through crusts while maintaining control for soft bread portions.
Shipping & Return
xReturns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.
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