

KRAMER by ZWILLING Meiji 5-inch Utility Knife
Key item features
- Handcrafted in Seki, Japan
- Designed to fit Master Bladesmith Bob Kramer's exacting specifications
- Fabricated from revolutionary FC61 fine carbide steel
- Ice-hardened FRIODURx2 blade offer exceptional durability, cutting edge retention, and corrosion resistance
- Mirror-polished blade have a distinctive etched ladder Damascus pattern designed by Kramer
- Hand-honed Honbazuke blade boasts scalpel-like sharpness
- Authentic, thin Japanese blade profile
- Full tang construction provides perfect balance and superior durability so you can cut with confidence
Specs
- Blade materialFC61 Steel
- Handle materialPakkawood
- Blade length5 in
- Kitchen knife & cutlery set typeKitchen Knife Block Set
- FeaturesErgonomic Handle
- BrandZWILLING
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Forged from remarkable expertise, the Kramer by ZWILLING Meiji knife series is a collaboration between ZWILLING J.A. Henckels and Bob Kramer, the first Master Bladesmith to specialize in kitchen cutlery.
The potent core of FC61 fine carbide stainless steel is protected by 100 layers of nickel and stainless steel. Beneath its distinctive exterior, Kramer's distinctive etched ladder Damascus pattern provides added durability. Thanks to an innovative, ice-hardened process, the FRIODURx2 blades offer remarkable durability, sharpness, and cutting performance.
The ergonomic charcoal Pakkawood handles have a complex curvature that mirrors the palm, ensuring a secure and supremely comfortable grip. Exquisite to hold and behold, the handles feature a decorative center pin handcrafted in Kramer's Washington workshop.
Kramer by ZWILLING Meiji knives boasts 287 years of ZWILLING engineering prowess, Kramer's 19 years of forging experience, and 7 centuries of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. These unparalleled knives are built to last a lifetime.
- Handcrafted in Seki, Japan
- Designed to fit Master Bladesmith Bob Kramer's exacting specifications
- Fabricated from revolutionary FC61 fine carbide steel
- Ice-hardened FRIODURx2 blade offer exceptional durability, cutting edge retention, and corrosion resistance
- Mirror-polished blade have a distinctive etched ladder Damascus pattern designed by Kramer
- Hand-honed Honbazuke blade boasts scalpel-like sharpness
- Authentic, thin Japanese blade profile
- Full tang construction provides perfect balance and superior durability so you can cut with confidence
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Blade length
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Something in the way it moves
There is something fluid about this knife. The proportions of the handle to the blade. It is not a shape or length I normally like, but this maneuvers more like a long paring knife. I've even had folks use it as a table knife for steaks and chops. It is knife that warrants love. The Meiji line is as tough as it is beautiful. Made of 101 layers of steel, and ice hardened in the process, this tough knife will work hundreds of menus before it needs to be sharpened. The patterned blade signals its Damascus-style layering. The bright stainless is eye catching. The handle is a little longer than traditional handles. Great for larger hands or folks who don't use a pinch grip.
My go to knife is the Meiji 8" chef knife, so I thought this would be the perfect addition to my collection. It is now my daughters favorite go to knife. The blade ss forged from a core of FC61 steel and surrounded by 100 layers of nickel and stainless producing a beautiful Damascus pattern. The D-shaped Japanese-style handle, made from charcoal pakkawood, provides a secure grip and excellent balance. This blade is razor sharp and will do any job in the kitchen.
Comfortable left handed knife!
This Meiji 5" utility is perfect for prepping small food, a slightly bigger paring knife. Handle feels great, it is perfect for a left handed chef however I am not a lefty but it does feels great in my hand. This knife is a perfect utility tool in slicing and cutting meat, potato, and chayote. It is great for many task. Beautiful knife!!!





