Kai Shun Premier Tim Mälzer Minamo

18 cm
213Ratings
BrandMore from Kai
Test reportsVery good based on 1 test
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In the Kai Shun Minamo series, television chef Tim Mälzer has effectively combined Japanese and European blade craftsmanship. The typical Japanese Santoku knife and the classic European chef's knife have been created here as a new entity: the Tim Mälzer Minamo Santoku by Kai. This combination has also resulted in a blade shape that speaks a clear, distinct language of its own.

The blade of the Minamo Santoku by Kai is made from a specially developed stainless Damascus steel with 32 layers. The inner layer, the core, consists of V-Gold-10 steel. This steel is extremely corrosion-resistant, very hard at 60 (±1) HRC, and maintains the sharpness of the blade with proper care. It has been specifically designed by Tim Mälzer and features a fine Damascus pattern with a vibrant appearance, making each Kai Santoku Minamo feel like a unique piece.

The elegantly designed handle of the Santoku knife is made from black Pakkawood, oval and symmetrical, suitable for both left- and right-handed users. The blade and handle of the knife form a harmonious unit that excellently combines the Eastern character with European style and expresses it artistically.

Key specifications

Colour
Black
Kitchen knife type
Santoku knife
Instructions for use and care
Hand wash
Blade material
Damascus Steel
Blade length
18 cm
overall length
32.50 cm
Weight
0.58 kg

General information

Item number
8014588
Manufacturer
Kai
Category
Kitchen knives
Manufacturer no.
TMM-0702
Release date
1.4.2018
Sales rank in Category Kitchen knives
632 of 5756

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black / Silver

Kitchen knife properties

Kitchen knife type
Santoku knife
Instructions for use and care
Hand wash
Number of blades
1x

Blade properties

Blade material
Damascus Steel
Blade length
18 cm
Blade finish
Smooth
hardness grade
62 HR
Blades features
Stainless

Handle features

Handle material
Wood
Handle length
12.50 cm

Power supply

Cable length
32 cm

Origin

Country of origin
Germany, Japan

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂ emissions
4.09 kg
Climate contribution
CHF 0.11

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
1x KAI SHUN Premier Tim Mälzer Minamo Santoku 8" (20.0 cm) knife

Product dimensions

overall length
32.50 cm
Weight
0.58 kg

Package dimensions

Length
43.10 cm
Width
10.10 cm
Height
3.70 cm
Weight
596 g

30-day right of return
10 years Warranty (Bring-in)
3 additional offers

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Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Kitchen knives» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 19.Westmark
    0.1 %
  • 22.Global
    0.2 %
  • 22.Kai
    0.2 %
  • 22.Opinel
    0.2 %
  • 22.Tokio Kitchenware
    0.2 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 1.Victorinox
    0 days
  • 2.Miyabi
    5 days
  • 3.Kai
    21 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Kitchen knives» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 33.Wüsthof
    1.9 %
  • 33.Zyliss
    1.9 %
  • 35.Kai
    2.2 %
  • 36.Forged
    2.4 %
  • 37.Hendi
    2.5 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

Very good88/100
Rank 13 out of 20Stiftung Warentest20 Kochmesser 12/2014ReleaseMarch 2016

Glückwunsch an das Kai Shun Premier aus der Serie von Tim Mälzer, denn dieses ist das beste Santokumesser im Vergleich. Diesen Platz verdient sich das Modell in erster Linie durch seine überragende Schnittqualität. Auch in anderen Teilpunkten gibt es sehr gute Bewertungen, so etwa für die hohe Beständigkeit der Klinge gegen Risse sowie gegen Brüche...