Michel Bras Quotidien Utility Knife

Summary

World-renowned French chef Michel Bras believes cooking, like any art, requires the finest tools. Created in Japan in collaboration with artisans at Kai, these utility knives are designed for everyday use, with sleek silhouettes that make them as appealing as they are functional. The razor-sharp blades are rigid enough for general slicing and cutting yet pliable enough for careful work.

• Hand assembled to exacting specifications.
• Solid AUS8A high-carbon, high-chromium stainless steel blades.
• Blade is coated in titanium to enhance its antioxidation properties.
• Black PakkaWood handles sit comfortably in the hand.

Dimensions & More Info

• 3" Utility Knife: 3"-long blade, 4"-long handle; 2 oz.
• 5" Utility Knife: 5"-long blade, 3"-long handle; 3 oz.
• 6 1/2" Utility Knife: 6 1/2"-long blade, 5"-long handle; 3.4 oz.
• Made in Japan.

Use & Care

Use

• Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
• Tile, ceramic, marble, granite, any kind of glass and acrylic cutting boards are not recommended.
• It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.

Care

• Hand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent; rinse and dry immediately.
• Avoid cleaners containing bleach or citrus extracts.
• Sharpen as needed. With regular use and honing once a week, your knife should not need sharpening more than once or twice a year.
• Sharpen your knife at home using a whetstone or knife sharpener designed to sharpen at a 16-degree angle, or have it sharpened by a professional.
• Store knife in a safe place to protect its edge and prevent injury.