Enso Chef's Knife - Made in Japan - HD Series - VG10 Hammered Damascus Stainless Steel Gyuto - 8"
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Blade Material | VG10 Damascus Stainless Steel |
Brand | Enso |
Color | 37-layers VG10 Hammered Damascus Stainless Steel, Triple Rivet Black Micarta Handle, 61 Rockwell Hardness. Made in Seki, Japan. See more |
Handle Material | Micarta |
Blade Edge | Plain |
About this item
- Crafted of premium Japanese VG10 37-layer stainless steel for excellent edge retention; features a stunning hammered (tsuchime) finish
- Rockwell Hardness 61°; blades are hand-ground to approximately 12°
- Double-bevel edge for both right and left-handed use; black canvas micarta handle with three stainless steel rivets and end cap
- Blade Length: 8" (200mm), Blade Height: 1.75", Overall Length: 13.4", Spine Thickness at Heel: 2mm, Weight: 7.9 oz. (225g)
- All Enso knives are handcrafted in Seki City, Japan with a lifetime warranty
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Product Description
Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan
Enso handcrafts professional knives combining the best of advanced technology with the unsurpassed knowledge and expertise of traditional craftsmen. Continuing to pursue new possibilities for kitchen knives in the new era, Enso works on maintaining and improving manufacturing technologies to produce the highest quality products, handcrafted in Seki City, Japan.
The Enso HD Chef's Knife is designed for slicing, dicing, and chopping a full range of fruits, vegetables, and more. With its curved belly, the Chef's knife can be gently rocked through fresh herbs or spices to produce a very fine mince. Enso handcrafts professional knives combining the best of advanced technology with the unsurpassed knowledge and expertise of traditional craftsmen. Enso continues to pursue new possibilities for kitchen knives in the new era, and to work on maintaining and improving manufacturing technologies to produce the highest quality products.
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The BladeEnso HD blades are constructed of 37-layer stainless steel Damascus with a VG-10 steel cutting core for excellent edge retention. Every blade is heat treated to a 61 on the Rockwell scale and are hand ground to approximately 12° cutting angle with a hammered or sashimi finish. |
The HandleAll Enso HD knives feature a black canvas micarta handle with three stainless steel rivets, bolster and end cap. The enclosed full tang handle construction is seamless and ensures strength, durability and balance. |
The EdgeFeatures a double bevel (50/50) edge for right or left-handed use, with a machine-pressed blade kanji. The first two Japanese characters of the kanji are Enso which means Harmony in Japanese. The last three characters are Nippon Sei, which means Made In Japan. |
Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan by Expert Knife Artisans
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Enso knives are made in Seki City, Japan, one of the most popular and renowned sword-making cities in Japan. Seki is a city that is rich with history and cultural tradition. |
It is said that the incredible quality of knives that are produced in Seki City is founded in the technology and beliefs of the ancient Seki sword smiths. |
Today's Seki knifemakers combine knowledge, craft and tradition to develop the highest quality knives from the ground up, designed to fit a variety of purposes and lifestyles. |
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Cutting Core | VG10 | SG2 Powder Steel |
Hardness | 61 Rockwell | 63 Rockwell |
Double-Bevel Edge (Suitable for both Right and Left-Handed Use) | ✓ | ✓ |
Blade Angle | 12° | 12° |
Blade Finish | Hammered | High-Polish |
Number of Damascus Layers | 37 | 101 |
Handle Material | Black Canvas Micarta | Black Canvas Micarta |
Samurai Crest & Engraved End Cap | ✓ | |
Japanese Blade Kanji | Machine-Pressed | Hand-Engraved |
Origin | Japan | Japan |
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Item Weight : 8.32 ounces
- Item model number : 35600
- Manufacturer : Enso
- ASIN : B017OIZ00U
- Country of Origin : Japan
- Best Sellers Rank: #108,332 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
- #539 in Chef's Knives
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Comfort | 4.8 | 5.0 | — | — | 4.7 | — |
Craftsmanship | 4.8 | 5.0 | — | — | — | 4.8 |
Giftable | 4.7 | — | — | — | 5.0 | 5.0 |
Value for money | 4.6 | — | — | — | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Sold By | Cutlery and More | KITETSU Knife Japan | Cutlery and More | Cutlery and More | Cutlery and More | Cutlery and More |
number of pieces | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
blade edge | Plain | Hollow | Plain | Plain | Plain | Plain |
blade material | VG10 Damascus Stainless Steel | Japanese High Carbon Stainless Steel (VG10 Core) | 37-layers VG10 Hammered Damascus Stainless Steel | 37-layers VG10 Hammered Damascus Stainless Steel | 3-layer Japanese VG10 Stainless Steel | 101 Layer Stainless Damascus with SG2 Core |
blade length | 8 inches | 210 millimeters | 4 inches | 6.5 inches | 8 inches | 7 inches |
blade color | Hammered Damascus Stainless Steel | Luxury Silver | Hammered VG10 Damascus | VG10 Hammered Damascus Stainless Steel | VG10 Stainless Steel / Matte Finish | — |
handle material | Micarta | Stainless,Steel,Steel Material | Micarta | Micarta | Micarta | Stainless,Stainless Steel,Steel |
construction type | Forged | Forged | Forged | Forged | — | Forged |
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Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the kitchen knife. They mention that it is superbly sharp, and the edge responds to a ceramic. The knife is durable enough to withstand a non-stick surface. Customers also say that it handles and cuts like a dream, and has beautiful detail.
"TL:DR version: this is a rebadged Yaxell Zen knife, superbly sharp, edge responds to a ceramic rod well, well-balanced and handles well, well-made,..." Read more
"Wow, I can just draw on meat with the knife tip! This thing is incredibly sharp and it feels stellar to use, even weight distribution...." Read more
"Very sharp. Easy to use. Cuts through meats and fish well. Worth the price" Read more
"...First off the knife is absolutely beautiful, secondly it handles and cuts like a dream!" Read more
Customers like the quality of the kitchen knife. They say it's well-made, the blade is very high quality, and the steel is very hard. Some say the handle is good and comfortable. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the knife.
"...edge responds to a ceramic rod well, well-balanced and handles well, well-made, the handle itself could stand to be slightly more shaped to be truly..." Read more
"...Looks pristine, feels of the highest quality. I plan on keeping this a long time this is not a knife you want to cut yourself on...." Read more
"...perfect and they were so excited cause Japanese knives are such high quality and will last forever...." Read more
"...choice if you want a knife that isn't super expensive but very high quality." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the kitchen knife. They mention that it is absolutely worth the money, a quality knife for the price, and an awesome seller. Some say that the presentation is worth the price. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...and prettier than Shuns, blows German knives out of the water, costs less. 4.75 / 5 if I could be that specific...." Read more
"Very sharp. Easy to use. Cuts through meats and fish well. Worth the price" Read more
"...It keeps it's edge very well and has incredible balance. Fantastic choice if you want a knife that isn't super expensive but very high quality." Read more
"...Instantly made cutting fish pretty darn easy and presentation is worth the price. Hopefully sharpness won’t be an issue in future." Read more
Customers like the balance of the kitchen knife. They say it is comfortable to use, and well-balanced in use. Some customers also mention that the weight is just more balanced.
"...Zen knife, superbly sharp, edge responds to a ceramic rod well, well-balanced and handles well, well-made, the handle itself could stand to be..." Read more
"...It's heavy but ha good balance and I liked it, but it wasn't as sharp as my Tojiro or my hand-made bunka..." Read more
"It dices, it slices. Very balanced and easy to clean because of the texture on the side of the knife." Read more
"...Well balanced and the tip is very sharp almost too sharp. A chef's knife is just a tool to help you cut and prep food...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the kitchen knife. They say it's not too heavy or thick, very comfortable to hold for long periods of time, and perfectly balanced. Some mention that the feel of the knife is light and the heft and weight help in cutting.
"...The knife is still light and manageable, and more blade means it is easier to cut more stuff more quickly...." Read more
"...This thing is incredibly sharp and it feels stellar to use, even weight distribution. Looks pristine, feels of the highest quality...." Read more
"...It's heavy but ha good balance and I liked it, but it wasn't as sharp as my Tojiro or my hand-made bunka..." Read more
"...It is extremely sharp just the way I like them. It is not too heavy or thick. I hope it lasts me forever." Read more
Customers find the kitchen knife comfortable to hold. They say it has a nice weight and feel, and is easy to grip. Customers also mention that the handle is contiguous and perfectly smooth.
"...This assists the blade in cutting. The knife feels comfortable and well-balanced in use, even at the larger 10" size...." Read more
"...This thing is incredibly sharp and it feels stellar to use, even weight distribution. Looks pristine, feels of the highest quality...." Read more
"Got a little dull after not many uses…Great for home sushi. Feels really good in hands...." Read more
"Incredibly sharp well balanced, beautiful knife with a comfortable grip...." Read more
Customers like the edge of the kitchen knife. They mention it keeps its edge very well, it's easy to keep a razor edge, and it responds to a ceramic rod well.
"...: this is a rebadged Yaxell Zen knife, superbly sharp, edge responds to a ceramic rod well, well-balanced and handles well, well-made, the handle..." Read more
"...It keeps it's edge very well and has incredible balance. Fantastic choice if you want a knife that isn't super expensive but very high quality." Read more
"This knife keeps an edge better than any knife I have ever owned in its price range, I have owned it for 8 months, use it almost daily, and only..." Read more
"...The steel is very hard and it retains its edge. I always hand wash and dry this knife after use." Read more
Customers find the kitchen knife easy to use. They say it's light, manageable, and can make cutting fish pretty darn easy. It can also do the tomato trick and reduces effort with its timeless design. Customers also say it fits their hand and accentuates their movements.
"...Can easily do the tomato trick: cut the top off, set the tomato upside down on the board, and the knife can slice the tomato very thin without even..." Read more
"Very sharp. Easy to use. Cuts through meats and fish well. Worth the price" Read more
"...Feels really good in hands.Instantly made cutting fish pretty darn easy and presentation is worth the price...." Read more
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First off, an e-mail to Cutlery and More (the seller of these knives) confirmed that the Enso HD line of knives are manufactured in Japan by Yaxell to be sold under a trademark name belonging to C&M. The other side of the blade (not pictured here) even says Yaxell on it. The hammered + damascus blade style and shapes/sizes available indicates these Enso HD knives are re-handled and re-named Yaxell Zen knives.
I've had the knife about a week now and used it plenty. I enjoy great kitchen cutlery but am a price-conscious shopper.
Cutting performance: Fantastic. After some head-to-head comparisons on the same food, it is noticeably sharper than my Shun Sora chef's knife. It blows away a Wusthof Classic and Henckels International (that's the cheaper Henckels with the man-with-stick logo, I don't own any of true Henckels with the twins logo) . Can easily do the tomato trick: cut the top off, set the tomato upside down on the board, and the knife can slice the tomato very thin without even having to touch the tomato to hold it in place with your other hand. It also easily shaves arm hair.
Edge retention: again a little better than my Shuns so far. I haven't had to really re-sharpen it yet obviously, and a ceramic honing rod works really well at keeping this knife super sharp. I highly recommend ceramic rods/"steels", they work much better than the steel ones. Kyocera offers a ceramic rod at a reasonable price. I wish there was a knife that was this sharp that I didn't have to regularly hone to keep the edge perfect, but to my knowledge no such knife exists - an edge this sharp, if you actually use the knife, will require some maintenance. You should be doing this with all your knives anyway.
Handling: the knife is lighter than I thought it might be. The spine is a bit thinner than German knives like Wusthof and Henckels, but the blade doesn't flex or feel flimsy at all. The hammered section is less dramatic/bumpy/ridge-y in person than it looks in the product photos, which I like. The balance point is slightly in front of the very heel, right about where I pinch grip the knife. This assists the blade in cutting. The knife feels comfortable and well-balanced in use, even at the larger 10" size. The handle is also not as fat as I feared -- it's a reasonable handle for which you don't need to have big hands. That said, the profile of the handle is classic rather than asymmetrical or especially ergonomic, and that's really the only realistic room for improvement here -- it's by no means bad, but I've held knives where the handle was a bit more engineered and better for it.
Fit and Finish: excellent. handle and rivets and bolster are all flush. Everything is straight and well-ground. There were a few specs of black dust or debris of some sort on the blade that washed off easily out of the box.
Also, I want to recommend the 10" size over the more typical 8". The knife is still light and manageable, and more blade means it is easier to cut more stuff more quickly. It's a big sharp piece of equipment that can be intimidating, but I'm definitely a convert after using a 10" knife, and my kitchen is medium-small. I would say only customers in very small kitchens with small cutting boards should favor 8" chef's knives. And maybe those who refuse to pinch-grip a knife by the bolster/balance point and insist on holding the entire handle.
First off the knife is absolutely beautiful, secondly it handles and cuts like a dream!
Upon getting this knife, the first thing I noticed is the tip guard was off and loose in the box. It's heavy but ha good balance and I liked it, but it wasn't as sharp as my Tojiro or my hand-made bunka (I don't expect that level up to the bunka, but it's a reference point). After using them all back and forth, the Enso felt downright dull in spots.
With that uncertainty along with the tip guard that was loose, and I set up an exchange. I was really hoping for a cross ship in time where I'd have them both to compare. No dice, they wouldn't ship the replacement until I shipped the original one back.
I got the replacement and immediately heard a rattle in the box. Opened it to find again, the tip guard was loose in the box. Well, I've used it a couple of times and I don't need them both to compare - this one is, without a doubt, sharper and more consistently so along the length of the entire blade.
It's heavy but sharp and well balanced; all these things make it a workhorse, as a gyuto should be. I went back and forth with the bunka tonight, and while the bunka is sharper, this beats it on any heavier task like cutting raw carrots, while still having the grace to adeptly dice an onion.
Other knives compliment, but you could use this for 90% or so if necessary, and the many would be happy with it
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2023
Upon getting this knife, the first thing I noticed is the tip guard was off and loose in the box. It's heavy but ha good balance and I liked it, but it wasn't as sharp as my Tojiro or my hand-made bunka (I don't expect that level up to the bunka, but it's a reference point). After using them all back and forth, the Enso felt downright dull in spots.
With that uncertainty along with the tip guard that was loose, and I set up an exchange. I was really hoping for a cross ship in time where I'd have them both to compare. No dice, they wouldn't ship the replacement until I shipped the original one back.
I got the replacement and immediately heard a rattle in the box. Opened it to find again, the tip guard was loose in the box. Well, I've used it a couple of times and I don't need them both to compare - this one is, without a doubt, sharper and more consistently so along the length of the entire blade.
It's heavy but sharp and well balanced; all these things make it a workhorse, as a gyuto should be. I went back and forth with the bunka tonight, and while the bunka is sharper, this beats it on any heavier task like cutting raw carrots, while still having the grace to adeptly dice an onion.
Other knives compliment, but you could use this for 90% or so if necessary, and the many would be happy with it
Thing is absolutely gorgeous. As other reviews have noted, the tip protector was loose in the packaging when it arrived, but the blade is still perfect to my untrained eye.
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Reviewed in Canada on May 8, 2019
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