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KAI Shun Nagare 23cm Bread Knife - KAI-NDC-0705 - The Cotswold Knife CompanyKAI Shun Nagare 23cm Bread Knife - KAI-NDC-0705 - The Cotswold Knife Company
KAI Shun Nagare 23cm Bread Knife - KAI-NDC-0705 - The Cotswold Knife CompanyKAI Shun Nagare 23cm Bread Knife - KAI-NDC-0705 - The Cotswold Knife Company
KAI Shun Nagare 23cm Bread Knife - KAI-NDC-0705 - The Cotswold Knife CompanyKAI Shun Nagare 23cm Bread Knife - KAI-NDC-0705 - The Cotswold Knife Company
KAI Shun Nagare 23cm Bread Knife - KAI-NDC-0705 - The Cotswold Knife CompanyKAI Shun Nagare 23cm Bread Knife - KAI-NDC-0705 - The Cotswold Knife Company
KAI Shun Nagare 23cm Bread Knife - KAI-NDC-0705 - The Cotswold Knife Company
KAI Shun Nagare 23cm Bread Knife - KAI-NDC-0705 - The Cotswold Knife Company
KAI Shun Nagare 23cm Bread Knife - KAI-NDC-0705 - The Cotswold Knife Company
KAI Shun Nagare 23cm Bread Knife - KAI-NDC-0705 - The Cotswold Knife Company
£353.00
£415.00
Tax included.

The KAI Shun Nagare 23cm Bread Knife

With its soft, rounded lines, the ergonomically shaped handle fits the hand perfectly. The forged tang in the handle lends the knife a robust stability and provides an optimum counterweight to the blade. The riveted handle, which is fashioned from mottled grey-black pakkawood - a waterproof and especially robust wood veneer - imparts a warm and valuable feel to the knife.

An absolutely stunning knife handmade in Japan 

  • Handmade in Japan
  • Rockwell Hardness 61 (±1)
  • HRC Handle Pakkawood
  • BLADE 72 layers of Damascus steel made of VG 2 & VG
KAI has created another innovative masterpiece of Japanese blacksmithing with its Shun Nagare Series. Its sophisticated design, the special properties of the materials employed, and a technically complex production process places this series of knives among the pinnacle of the luxury class. An artfully decorated, radial pattern of Damascus layers adorns the highly polished blades. This effect, combined with the mottled grey-black handle, lends the knife an impressive overall appearance. The series' blades consist of two different types of steel, which are bonded to form a 72-layered piece of Damascus steel. This complex layering of two types of steel results in a blade with exceptional cutting performance, which has been recognised by the awarding of the German Design Award 2017 Special Mention

Kai – the traditions of the legendary samurai of old Japan

Over a century of knife making experience goes into every handmade Kai knife. With a mission to produce special kitchen knives for everyday use, Kai products are used and renowned all over the world.


Kai knives epitomise Japanese craftmanship carried out with the highest degree of precision.


A very acute blade angle together with a high Rockwell hardness rating makes for ridiculously sharp blades, allowing effortless use in the kitchen, home or commercial.


Why buy from us at Cotswold Knife Company?

Buying from us is seamless. We offer a large selection of over 500 knives, so we are confident that you will find the perfect knife for your needs. Our knives are carefully chosen, and the ranges we offer cover every aspect of kitchen and professional use. Our inventory is carefully managed, and if a knife is listed as "in stock" you can trust that it truly is available for purchase.


We are committed to providing competitive pricing so you will always get the best value for your money. Our delivery process is fast and efficient, so you can expect your order to arrive speedily.


At The Cotswold Knife Company, we believe in personal and useful customer service, if you run into any troubles or want to talk with anyone, you won't get robots you get us. We encourage you to contact us with any questions or concerns. We provide great service, just as we would expect if we were the ones making a purchase.


Buying from us also supports a small British business.


SKU: KAI-NDC-0705

Frequently Asked Questions

If it isn't it will say 'Out of Stock', otherwise yes, we have it! You can order with confidence.

If ordered before 2 pm we will dispatch it the same working day. Enhanced delivery is available at the checkout.

Talk to us, we can advise and process your order over the phone. 01666 575134