Discover the KAI Shun Premier Tim Mälzer knives, a premium collection of Japanese kitchen knives developed to meet the demands of professional cooking. Handmade in Japan, the series combines traditional Japanese knife craftsmanship with a contemporary design inspired by the requirements of Ger...
Discover the KAI Shun Premier Tim Mälzer knives, a premium collection of Japanese kitchen knives developed to meet the demands of professional cooking. Handmade in Japan, the series combines traditional Japanese knife craftsmanship with a contemporary design inspired by the requirements of German chef Tim Mälzer.
The blade of the KAI Shun Premier Tim Mälzer features a VG-MAX steel core with a hardness of 61 ±1 HRC, surrounded by 32 layers of Damascus steel on each side. This construction combines an exceptionally hard core with more flexible outer layers, providing a precise edge and stable cutting performance.
One of the most distinctive characteristics of the collection is its blade with three different surface textures. From the spine towards the centre, the blade features a Japanese Tsuchime hammered finish, followed by the characteristic Shun Damascus pattern and a highly polished precision cutting edge. The Tsuchime surface can also help food release from the blade by creating small air pockets during cutting.
The design is completed by an elegant medium-brown Pakkawood handle with a symmetrical shape suitable for both right- and left-handed users. The continuous tang provides stability and balance, while the end of the handle features the distinctive bull's-head engraving associated with Tim Mälzer.
The KAI Shun Premier Tim Mälzer range includes different knife shapes for a wide variety of kitchen tasks, including Chef’s, Santoku, Utility, Paring, Slicing, Bread, Nakiri and other specialised knives.
If you are looking to buy KAI Shun Premier Tim Mälzer knives, this collection combines Japanese craftsmanship, VG-MAX steel, Damascus construction, Tsuchime finishing and a design developed around precision and professional functionality.
KAI TDM-1715 SHUN PREMIER Peeling Knife 5.5 cm Kai paring knife have used 32-layer corrosion resistant damask steel. It is embellished with a hand-hammered surface which in Japan is known as Tsuchime, thus combining timeless aesthetic qualities with ultimate sharpness. Handle Made from walnut wood.
The KAI Shun Premier Tim Mälzer TDM-1700 is a premium Japanese paring knife, ideal for peeling fruit and vegetables, making precise cuts and preparing small ingredients. Its 10 cm blade features a VG-MAX steel core surrounded by 32 layers of Damascus steel. With a hardness of 61 ±1 HRC, it offers excellent cutting performance and edge retention. The...
The KAI Shun Premier Tim Mälzer TDM-1701 is a premium Japanese utility knife designed for precise, versatile food preparation. Its 16.5 cm blade is ideal for cutting meat, fish, fruit and vegetables. The VG-MAX steel core is surrounded by 32 layers of Damascus steel, while its 61 ±1 HRC hardness supports excellent cutting performance and edge retention....
The KAI Shun Premier TDM-1723 Japanese chef knife, 15 cm, combines precision, craftsmanship and distinctive design. Its blade features a VG-MAX steel core clad in 32 layers of Damascus steel, with a hardness of 61 ±1 HRC for excellent edge retention. The traditional Tsuchime hammered finish helps reduce food sticking during cutting. Its symmetrical...
The KAI Shun Premier TDM-1706 Japanese chef’s knife, 20 cm, combines precision, durability and premium design. Its blade features a VG-MAX steel core clad in 32 layers of Damascus steel, with a hardness of 61 ±1 HRC for excellent edge retention. The traditional Tsuchime hammered finish helps reduce food sticking during cutting. Its symmetrical...
The KAI Shun Premier Tim Mälzer TDM-1727 14 cm Japanese Santoku knife combines precision, versatility and handcrafted design in a compact format. Its blade features a VG-MAX steel core surrounded by 32 layers of Damascus steel, with a hardness of 61 ±1 HRC. The hammered Tsuchime finish helps reduce food sticking during cutting. Its symmetrical brown...
The KAI Shun Premier Tim Mälzer TDM-1702 18 cm Japanese Santoku knife combines precise cutting performance, premium materials and refined craftsmanship. Its blade features a VG-MAX steel core clad in 32 layers of Damascus steel, with a hardness of 61 ±1 HRC. The traditional Tsuchime hammered finish helps reduce food sticking during cutting. Its...
The KAI Shun Premier Tim Mälzer TDM-1742 14 cm Japanese Nakiri knife is designed for precise vegetable cutting and chopping. Its rectangular blade is ideal for straight cuts, uniform chopping and transferring prepared ingredients from the cutting board. It features a VG-MAX steel core clad in 32 layers of Damascus steel, with a hardness of 61 ±1 HRC. The...
The KAI Shun Premier Tim Mälzer TDM-1705 23 cm Japanese bread knife combines precise cutting performance, handcrafted design and premium materials. Its serrated blade cuts through crusty bread while helping preserve the soft crumb, producing clean, even slices. The blade features a VG-MAX steel core clad in 32 layers of Damascus steel, with a hardness of...
KAI TDM-1709 SHUN PREMIER Carving Fork 16.5 cm Kai paring knife have used 32-layer corrosion resistant damask steel. It is embellished with a hand-hammered surface which in Japan is known as Tsuchime, thus combining timeless aesthetic qualities with ultimate sharpness. Handle Made from walnut wood.