{"product_id":"chef-knife-matsu-collection","title":"Chef Knife – Matsu Collection","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eA do-everything blade — chopping, slicing, mincing, dicing — built as the one knife most cooks reach for on every single dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThis knife gives you the length and curve to rock through vegetables, break down proteins and handle the bulk of daily prep with one tool instead of switching blades constantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt to last:\u003c\/strong\u003e a VG10 core wrapped in 67-layer Damascus cladding, nitrogen-cooled during forging, gives you a blade that resists dulling, warping and cracking through frequent heavy use. \u003cstrong\u003eHand-finished at 8–12°:\u003c\/strong\u003e sharpened with the traditional 3-step Honbazuke method to a scalpel-like, mirror-polished edge. \u003cstrong\u003e60+ HRC hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e holds its edge far longer than standard Western blades. \u003cstrong\u003eChef-vetted weight and balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed with experienced chefs for precise control in skilled hands. \u003cstrong\u003ePremium G10 handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e stabilised against warping, cracking and moisture, built for long prep sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eFor skilled home cooks and chefs who want one dependable, top-tier knife that handles the majority of kitchen tasks on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/em\u003e 8\". \u003cem\u003eSteel:\u003c\/em\u003e VG10 core, 67-layer Damascus cladding. \u003cem\u003eHardness:\u003c\/em\u003e 60+ HRC. \u003cem\u003eEdge angle:\u003c\/em\u003e 8–12°. \u003cem\u003eHandle:\u003c\/em\u003e G10 Garolite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eFree UK delivery - 30-day returns - 2-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hagane Blade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54276986208589,"sku":null,"price":97.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7700\/9485\/files\/hf_20260711_143542_8fe09a00-16ac-4dc7-87f8-cd4dd7c85638.png?v=1783780616","url":"https:\/\/haganeblade.com\/en-gb\/products\/chef-knife-matsu-collection","provider":"Hagane Blade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}