Base Kai Case complete with 3 Kai Wasabi Black Series.
The Wasabi Black Series have a shiny blade, black handle, made in Japan, with a mirror polished stainless steel blade with a hardness of 58 ± 1 HRC, giving each kitchen an exclusive atmosphere from the Far East. The black handle, unlike the traditional Japanese wooden handle, completely encloses the blade, preventing any deposit between blade and handle. The Kai Base case contains:
n. 1 Paring knife with blade cm. 9
n. 1 Santoku vegetables blade cm. 16
n. 1 Chef knife - Kitchen knife cm. 20
Practical and compact Kai carrying case, for the transport of up to 5 knives with easy elastic for the arrangement of the handles and a comfortable protection for the blade protection.
Closed dimensions: 46 x 16 x 7 cm
Open: 46 x 47 cm.
FAQs
What characterises the COMPLETE KNIFE CASES AND BLOCKS from Kai?
The complete knife cases and blocks from Kai provide organised and professional kitchen solutions designed to keep essential tools always within reach. The knife blocks are made from high-quality materials such as selected wood or specially designed structures that help protect the blades, ensuring stability, safety and proper storage. These sets include a versatile selection of knives and useful accessories, such as chef’s knives, santoku knives, paring knives, kitchen scissors or honing steels, providing a complete toolkit for a wide range of kitchen tasks.
What characterises the WASABI BLACK series?
The WASABI BLACK series offers a practical and functional interpretation of the Japanese kitchen knife, designed for reliable everyday use. The blades are made from Daido 1K6 stainless steel with a hardness of approximately 58 HRC, ensuring good edge retention and easy sharpening. The ergonomic black handle is made from a blend of bamboo powder and polypropylene, a durable and moisture-resistant material designed to provide a secure and comfortable grip.
Who is this series recommended for?
It is recommended for professional chefs, kitchen professionals and demanding enthusiasts looking for a complete and well-organised set of high-quality knives and accessories.
Who is this series recommended for?
It is recommended for professional chefs, culinary students and enthusiasts looking for reliable, versatile and easy-to-maintain knives.
What type of use is it ideal for?
It is ideal for daily kitchen organisation, offering different tools for preparing meat, fish and vegetables, with knives always easily accessible.
What type of use is it ideal for?
It is ideal for everyday food preparation, including meat, fish and vegetables, where precision and control are required.
How should it be maintained?
To preserve performance and durability, it is recommended to sharpen knives regularly on whetstones or honing steels, wash them by hand and dry them immediately, and store them completely dry in the block or case.
How should it be maintained?
Regular whetstone sharpening, the use of wooden or high-quality synthetic cutting boards, and hand washing with immediate drying are recommended.
What characterises the KAI series?
The KAI series stands out for the combination of Japanese tradition and modern manufacturing, providing reliable knives for conscious and precise kitchen use.
Who is this series recommended for?
It is suitable for professionals and advanced enthusiasts seeking consistent performance and quality.
What type of use is it ideal for?
It is ideal for everyday preparation and precise cutting tasks.
How should it be maintained?
Regular whetstone sharpening and proper cutting boards help preserve performance.
What distinguishes Japanese knives from Western ones?
Thinner geometries, sharper edge angles and an approach focused on precision and clean cutting.
Santoku or Gyuto: which should you choose?
The santoku is compact and versatile for everyday use; the gyuto is closer to a classic chef’s knife and is ideal for long cuts and sustained work.
Are Japanese knives more delicate?
Yes, they often require more care: they are not suitable for bones, frozen foods or twisting, but offer superior cutting performance when used correctly.
How do you properly sharpen a Japanese knife?
Whetstone sharpening is ideal: a medium grit for maintenance and a finer grit for finishing, adapting the choice to the steel and usage.