SHIMOMURA – Molybdenum Vanadium Stainless Steel Bread Knife 220mm

Founded in 1874 in Sanjo City, one of Japan’s most renowned blade-making regions, SHIMOMURA began as a maker of sickles and hoes. Over the years, the company refined its expertise in forging and steel processing, eventually becoming a respected producer of high-quality knives, scissors, and stainless steel slicers.

SHIMOMURA is committed to creating cutting tools that are razor-sharp, easy to use, and simple to maintain.

Each SHIMOMURA knife goes through approximately 35 meticulous production steps, from forging to final finishing. The blades are sharpened using the traditional Wet Grinding technique, where water is applied during sharpening to create the distinctive Hamaguri (clam-shaped) edge. This technique produces an exceptionally smooth, mirror-like finish that not only cuts effortlessly but also maintains sharpness longer than conventional edges.

Specifications

• Type: Bread Knife

• Edge Length: 220 mm

• Core Steel (Hagane): Molybdenum Vanadium Stainless Steel (MV)

• Cladding (Jigane): Stainless Steel

• Handle: Durable Resin

• Hardness: ~60 HRC