{"title":"Bread Knives","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe premium bread knife collection. Serrated knives engineered for effortlessly clean cuts through crusty loaves, soft sandwich bread and delicate pastries. Featuring a long, serrated blade, each knife saws through tough crusts without crushing the soft interior, delivering perfect sliced every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eForged from VG-10 Damascus Steel, Katana Saya bread knives hold their edge longer and resist corrosion, ensuring reliable performance loaf after loaf. The scalloped serrations grip and slice in one smooth motion, reducing the tearing and squashing common with standard kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBeyond bread, these versatile blades excel at slicing cakes, bagels, tomatoes and other foods with tough exteriors and tender centres. Finished with an ergonomic handle for a comfortable, secure grip, each bread knife is designed to be dependable staple in your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"katana-saya-olive-wood-20cm-bread-knife","title":"Katana Saya Olive Wood 20cm Bread Knife","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKatana Saya Knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVG-10 Core Steel with Damascus Cladding, HRC 60+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e'Western Range' with protective leather sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive wooden gift box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlive wood handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupreme Damascus steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Baker’s friend, the Bread Knife is another popular knife in the European kitchen. The serrated edge of the Katana Saya Olive wood 20cm Bread Knife allows for smooth cuts of bread, pastry and cakes without applying much pressure, saving your baked goods from squashing. The Bread Knife is 20cm in length making it the optimum size for all bread cutting requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Western Olive wood range comes gift boxed with a leather sheath that offers the perfect protection for your knife, protecting yourself and others from its supremely sharp edge. The blade has a 67 layers of VG-10 Damascus steel and replicates the ancient techniques of sword making for the Japanese Samurai warriors. It offers the highest quality steel with a high carbon content that gives it exceptional toughness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exquisite craftmanship in these knives can be seen in the elegant layered Damascus pattern on the blade. The blade is finished with a light olive wood handle with opal ring which strikes a balance between luxury and hard wearing-durability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Katana Saya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40649357295756,"sku":"KSO-16","price":89.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/3715\/3420\/products\/KSO-16.png?v=1659950828"},{"product_id":"katana-saya-pakkawood-20cm-bread-knife","title":"Katana Saya Pakkawood 20cm Bread Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eCut through crusty artisan loaves, sourdough, pastries and cakes with ease using the Katana Saya Pakkawood 20cm Bread Knife. Designed with a precision serrated edge, this premium bread knife glides through even the toughest crusts without crushing or squashing the soft interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20cm serrated VG-10 Damascus steel blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e67-layer Damascus construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHRC63 Rockwell hardness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePakkawood handle with opal-effect ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather sheath and wooden gift box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e67-Layer VG-10 Damascus Steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForged from 67 layers of VG-10 Damascus steel, the blade combines excellent edge retention, toughness and corrosion resistance with a distinctive layered Damascus pattern. With a Rockwell hardness of HRC63, this Japanese-style knife is built to deliver exceptional sharpness and dependable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003ePremium Pakkawood Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe beautifully polished pakkawood handle provides a comfortable, secure grip while adding a luxurious finish. An elegant opal-effect ring completes the handle, giving the knife a distinctive appearance that looks as impressive as it performs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Katana Saya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40649357951116,"sku":"KSL-16","price":79.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/3715\/3420\/products\/KSL-16.png?v=1659967807"},{"product_id":"katana-pearl-20cm-bread-knife","title":"Katana Pearl 20cm Bread Knife","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-tabs__content__slice\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-tabs__content__cms\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKatana Pearl Knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVG-10 Core Steel with Damascus Cladding, HRC 60+ for extreme toughness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e'Western Blade' with protective leather 'Sheath'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e'Eastern Blades' with wooden 'Saya'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEthically sourced abalone shell handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDamascus steel blade for sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-tabs__content__slice\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"product__description\" class=\"product-tabs__content__cms\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Katana Pearl 20cm Bread Knife is a popular knife in the European kitchen. The serrated edge allows for smooth cuts of bread, pastry and cakes without applying much pressure, saving your baked goods from squashing. The bread knife is 20cm in length making it the optimum size for all bread cutting requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Western range comes gift boxed with a leather sheath that offers the perfect protection for your knife which helps keep the supremely sharp edge from blunting. The blade has a 67 layers of VG-10 Damascus steel, the highest quality steel with a high carbon content that gives it exceptional toughness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe incredible craftmanship in these knives can be seen in the elegant layered damascus pattern on the blade. Each knife features an abalone shell handle and offers incredible performance at a great price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Katana Saya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40649358835852,"sku":"KP-16","price":99.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/3715\/3420\/files\/KP-16_NewLogo.png?v=1707148269"},{"product_id":"katana-flame-20cm-bread-knife-rosewood","title":"Katana Flame Bread Knife 20cm Rosewood","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKatana Flame Knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVG-10 core steel with Damascus Cladding, HRC 60+ for ultimate strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes wooden gift box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with wooden 'Saya'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye-catching Rosewood handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupremely sharp Damascus steel blade \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Baker’s friend, the Bread Knife is another popular knife in the European kitchen. The serrated edge of the Katana Flame Rosewood 20cm Bread Knife allows for smooth cuts of bread, pastry and cakes without applying much pressure, saving your baked goods from squashing. The Bread Knife is 20cm in length making it the optimum size for all bread cutting requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKatana Flame Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003erange comes gift-boxed with a leather sheath that offers the perfect protection for your knife, protecting yourself and others from its supremely sharp edge. The blade has 67 layers of VG-10 Damascus steel and replicates the ancient techniques of sword-making for the Japanese Samurai warriors. It offers the highest quality steel with a high carbon content that gives it exceptional toughness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Katana Saya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41824670351500,"sku":"KSF-16","price":124.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/3715\/3420\/files\/KSF-16.png?v=1707145195"},{"product_id":"katana-flame-20cm-bread-knife-olive-wood","title":"Katana Flame Bread Knife 20cm Olive Wood","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKatana Flame Knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVG-10 core steel with Damascus Cladding, HRC 60+ for ultimate strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes wooden gift box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with wooden 'Saya'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye-catching Olive Wood handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupremely sharp Damascus steel blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA masterpiece from Katana Saya. Building upon our expertise in making traditional VG-10 Damascus steel blades, ‘Flame’ embodies a new level of quality and opulence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRainbow Damascus steel is a captivating variation of traditional Damascus steel, defined by its swirling patterns and multicoloured finish. Developed from traditional techniques often reserved for the most esteemed Japanese bladesmiths, our blades come alive with a mesmeric display of copper and brass folded through the steel, creating a shimmering ripple reminiscent of flickering flames and burning embers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond its visual allure, Rainbow Damascus Steel possesses exceptional performance. The VG-10 Steel core possesses supreme strength and durability expected from Katana Saya. Razor sharp edges are sharpened to a 15° angle, attaining a Rockwell Hardness of 60-61 - A rating that stands up against any professional knife. The blades are forged using time-honoured techniques, layering and folding copper and brass between the steel. The result is a knife of unparalleled craftsmanship, remarkable sharpness, excellent edge retention, and resistance to corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural Olive wood handles unite the warm tones prevailing through the veins of the steel with an octagonal shape which draws from the traditional handles fitted to bespoke knives from esteemed Japanese bladesmiths. The lightweight but durable shape has become a common favourite amongst professional chefs. Indulge in the beauty and mastery of rainbow Damascus steel—a fusion of art and utility that elevates your culinary journey to new heights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the exceptional craftsmanship, unrivalled performance, and sheer elegance that define our Katana Saya Flame. Like the rest of the Katana Saya Range, the Flame collection is presented in a beautiful gift box. True to the Katana Saya brand, the Flame collection is supplied with a wooden saya to help protect the blade when transporting knives and when storing safely. Flame boasts a luxurious dark brown Saya to match the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Katana Saya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41824670810252,"sku":"KFO-16","price":124.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/3715\/3420\/files\/KFO-16.png?v=1704723579"},{"product_id":"katana-smoke-bread-knife-20cm-ebony","title":"Katana Smoke Bread Knife 20cm Ebony","description":"\u003cp\u003eKatana Saya Smoke draws inspiration from long established traditions associated with Japanese blacksmiths to introduce this new collection. The luxurious black colour is created by an acid wash applied to the steel following the forging process. In addition to the beautiful black colour, this process adds to the rigidity of the steel and increases its corrosion resistance. 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