Damascus Collection
Kiru. To cut.
Damascus-pattern steel, ground thin and balanced forward. The knife you reach for first, and the one you keep reaching for.
Damascus Collection
The pieces meant to be seen.
Damascus-pattern steel with the rippled watermark the style is known for. Built for the counter, not the drawer.
Essentials
The working end of the kitchen.
Black-finished sets for everyday cooking. Nothing in them is filler to pad the piece count.
Craftsmanship
Built to be used.
A knife that lives in a display case is a failed knife.
The name
Kiru is Japanese for "to cut." It is the only thing we judge a knife on, and the only promise on the box.
The pattern
Our blades are Damascus-pattern steel, carrying the rippled watermark the style is known for. No two finish identically.
The balance
Weight sits just forward of the bolster. The knife tips into the cut instead of asking your wrist to drive it.
Care
Keep the edge.
Three habits. That is the entire maintenance routine.
Hand wash only
Heat and detergent dull an edge faster than any amount of cutting. Skip the dishwasher entirely.
Dry immediately
Do not let a blade air-dry. Wipe it down the moment it leaves the sink.
Keep edges apart
A magnetic strip or a block. Loose in a drawer, knives dull each other every time you open it.
60-Day Guarantee
Sixty days. Full refund.
Use it. Actually use it. If the knife is not right, send it back within 60 days for a full refund.
FAQ
Questions.
Is this real Damascus steel?
Our blades are Damascus-pattern steel. The pattern is the visual signature of the style, and we describe it that way deliberately rather than making claims about forging method.
Can I put these in the dishwasher?
No. Hand wash and dry immediately. A dishwasher will dull the edge and mark the finish, and it is the fastest way to ruin a good knife.
How do I sharpen them?
A honing steel realigns the edge and handles most upkeep. When honing stops bringing it back, a whetstone or a local sharpening service will reset the bevel.
What does the 60-day guarantee cover?
If the knife is not right for you, return it within 60 days of delivery for a full refund.
How long does shipping take?
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