Samura Artefact Chef Knife 8.3/212 mm, AUS-10 with 5 layers HRC-61

The Samura ARTEFACT Chef Knife 212 mm is a versatile chef’s knife with a full-metal construction and a blade made of 5-layer Japanese AUS-10 steel. The ARTEFACT series is designed for those who value not only cutting precision, but also the strong character of the tool: its rugged metal texture helps hide fine marks from everyday use and gives the knife a bold, distinctive look.

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Brief
The 212 mm chef’s knife is suitable for most kitchen tasks: slicing meat, fish, vegetables, herbs, chopping, and working with larger ingredients. This blade length is considered highly versatile for a chef’s knife: it remains easy to control while offering enough length for efficient, high-volume cutting.

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Functionality
The knife is suitable for everyday cooking as well as more complex preparation tasks. It works well with rocking cuts, fast energetic slicing, and use as the main go-to knife in the kitchen. For a basic cook’s set, it can be paired with a vegetable knife or a medium utility knife.

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Materials
The blade is made of 5-layer Japanese AUS-10 steel with a hardness of 58–60 HRC. This steel retains sharpness well and withstands regular daily use. Manual sharpening provides a smooth, controlled, and predictable cut.

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Care
Hand washing is recommended, followed by immediate drying. Do not use a dishwasher, abrasive cleaners, or store the knife in a damp environment, in order to preserve the blade’s sharpness and the metal finish.

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Ergonomics
The full-metal construction without weak joints makes the knife strong and durable. The oval handle flows smoothly into the blade, sits comfortably in the hand, and provides a secure grip even when wet.