{"product_id":"kyo-deba-style-kitchen-knife-5160-carbon-steel-red-ivory-handle","title":"Kyo Deba Style Kitchen Knife - 5160 Carbon Steel - Red Ivory Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kyo is a bold, forge style Deba inspired kitchen knife, designed for cooks who want a blade that feels solid in the hand and stable on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy “Deba style” matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn traditional Japanese kitchens, a Deba is the workhorse used for fish and protein prep. It is known for a thicker spine, a strong heel, and a blade shape that gives you control when you need confident cuts. A Deba profile is loved because it feels planted on the board, carries momentum through prep, and handles heavier kitchen tasks better than a thin slicer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kyo takes that inspiration and adapts it into a practical, forge style build for everyday use. With an approx 4 mm blade thickness, it has that Deba style confidence for jobs like portioning fish, trimming meat, splitting poultry joints carefully, and general prep where a sturdier blade helps. It is not meant to replace a cleaver for heavy bones, but it gives you more stability than a standard chef knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eForged-in hollows, not ground\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA key detail is the pair of hollows forged into each side of the blade, not ground in after the fact. That forged relief helps reduce drag through food and encourages better release, while keeping the knife’s character clearly handmade. You still get a clean working bevel where it counts, with a forge finish that keeps the top of the blade rugged and distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandle and fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is where it pops. Red ivory gives it a strong premium look, and the mosaic pin\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eplus brass pins add detail without being flashy. It is shaped for a secure grip during busy kitchen work, whether you are doing daily cooking or prepping for a proper braai spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDeba inspired kitchen profile for confident prep and portioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e5160 carbon steel with forge style finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eApprox 4 mm blade thickness for stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"LTR\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eForged-in hollows on both sides to reduce drag and improve food release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003eRed ivory handle with mosaic pin and brass pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5160 is carbon steel, not stainless. Keep it clean and dry after use. Avoid soaking. A light wipe of food safe oil for storage helps prevent corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rutherford Forge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48242753306764,"sku":null,"price":2900.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3454\/8620\/files\/4761BAD4-4DB3-4CC6-8E35-9EC2532D142C_1_102_a.jpg?v=1777830409","url":"https:\/\/sharpthings.co.za\/products\/kyo-deba-style-kitchen-knife-5160-carbon-steel-red-ivory-handle","provider":"SharpThings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}