{"product_id":"damascus-kiritsuke-chef-knife-raindrop-pakka-wood-full-tang","title":"Handcrafted Damascus Kiritsuke Chef Knife – Raindrop Pattern Blade, Red Pakka Wood \u0026 Rosewood Handle, Mosaic Pins","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFew kitchen knives pull off both beauty and function this well. This handcrafted \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/handmade-chef-knives\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamascus Kiritsuke chef knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is hammer forged from layered high-carbon steel, giving the blade a raindrop pattern that shows up differently on every single piece. That's not a marketing line — it's just how the forging process works. Each knife comes out with its own character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Kiritsuke shape is what sets this knife apart from a \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/chef-knife\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003estandard chef knife\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. The long flat edge is a dream for vegetable work, letting you rock or push cut cleanly without losing contact with the board. The upswept pointed tip gives you control for trimming, scoring, and detail cuts on fish or meat. Whether you're breaking down a whole chicken or slicing herbs for garnish, the blade profile keeps up without switching tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Layered Damascus high-carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raindrop Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Pakka wood and rosewood with mosaic pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forward balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meat, vegetables, fish, herbs, and everyday kitchen prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle \u0026amp; Build\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe handle on this knife deserves a closer look. Red Pakka wood scales sit alongside rosewood, finished with mosaic pins that add a distinct, handcrafted detail you won't find on factory knives. Pakka wood holds up well under moisture and daily handling — it won't warp or crack with regular kitchen use. The rosewood brings in a warm, natural grain that contrasts nicely against the red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBecause this is a full tang Kiritsuke chef knife, the blade steel runs the entire 5 inches through the handle. That matters for balance. The knife sits forward in your hand the way a well-built kitchen knife should, and the weight stays consistent rather than feeling handle-heavy during long prep work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Gift Choice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis knife works for home cooks, professional chefs, knife collectors, groomsmen gifts, Father's Day, birthdays, anniversaries, and graduations. Custom engraving is available — add your text and placement preference at checkout, or message the shop directly before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Kiritsuke knife actually used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIt covers most of what a chef knife does, but with more precision. The flat edge handles push cutting and chopping cleanly, while the pointed tip gives you accuracy on detailed work — trimming fat, slicing fish, or portioning proteins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the steel really vary per knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003elayered Damascus steel blade\u003c\/strong\u003e is forged by hand, so the raindrop pattern shifts slightly from knife to knife. The steel layers, hardness, and edge characteristics remain consistent — the visual pattern is what changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the mosaic pins just decorative?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThey secure the handle scales to the tang alongside the rosewood and Pakka wood. They're structural as well as decorative.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs engraving available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eYes — name, initials, or short text. Add the details at checkout or contact the shop before placing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JW SteelCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31297983807548,"sku":"JW-KN-2452","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0080\/0420\/6652\/files\/walnut-board-chef-knife-damascus-pattern.webp?v=1779629156","url":"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/products\/damascus-kiritsuke-chef-knife-raindrop-pakka-wood-full-tang","provider":"JW SteelCrafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}