I.O. Shen Knives

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A stunning range of Japanese steel knives using Triplex Steel technology. The secret is the centre layer of Rockwell stainless steel that provides the ultimate cutting edge, which will retain sharpness for an extraordinarily long time. The blend of high technology materials and traditional hand finishing skills has produced an exceptional range of knives. The unique Triplex steel blades have won many admirers - especially in the professional sector:
"the handle alone is ground breaking in it's design and feel" - Anthony Demetre, co-owner Arbutus and Wild Honey.


The Tai Tang handle is not just an embellishment but it is actually an integral part of the handle frame (the tang).

Since I.O.Shen Mastergrade knives were launched in the UK in September 2004, they have had an impressive impact on this competitive market.

The new handle design distinguishes I.O.Shen from any other knife as well as improving balance and handle stability.

For many years, knife manufacturers have been trying to achieve the ultimate cutting edge which is rated using a Rockwell degree scale (liken it to degrees Fahrenheit) - the highest being Rockwell 62° (this is like the boiling point of water).

However, the brittleness of the knife has made this impossible to produce commercially without using a Damascus method, which is very expensive. I.O.Shen have overcome this problem by sandwiching 2 softer outer layers of steel with Rockwell 62° to produce the ultimate cutting edge.


I.O.Shen Triplex Steel Technology





All the knives in the I.O.Shen range have used the very latest technology to construct a blade that is not only amazingly sharp but will also retain their edge for a phenomenal amount of time. They have also been hand sharpened to a 15° angle, which allows for wonderful slicing and portion control.