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The generous size and depth of the Signature Chef’s Oven make this the ideal vessel for soups, pastas, braising and even baking. Sloped sides increase the efficiency and effectiveness of stirring by promoting continuous movement even with the lid in place, and the depth provides ample room for simmering. The exceptional heat distribution and retention of enameled cast iron locks in flavor, while large loop handles are designed for easy lifting and provide a steady grip when transferring a full pot from stove to oven to table. Durable and easy to clean, the colorful enameled surface requires no pre-seasoning and minimizes sticking and staining.

Features

• Enameled cast iron delivers superior heat distribution and retention
• Ready to use, requires no seasoning
• Easy-to-clean and durable enamel resists dulling, staining, chipping and cracking
• Light colored smooth interior enamel allows easy monitoring of cooking progress
• Tight-fitting lid is specially designed to circulate steam and return moisture back to the food
• Ergonomic knobs and handles are designed for easy lifting
• Lightest weight cast iron by quart on the market
• Compatible with all cooktops and oven-safe up to 500°
• Safe for dishwasher

• "Blue" carbon steel cutting core between two layers of mirror-polished stainless
• Japanese san mai blade
• Full composite tang
• Grey PakkaWood handle
• Hand-sharpened 16-degree double-bevel blade edge (32-degree comprehensive)
• Wooden saya (sheath)
• Blade Length: 7 inches
• Handcrafted in Seki City, Japan • Limited Lifetime Warranty

The Shun Blue 7-inch Menkiri Knife is a beautiful, razor-sharp, extremely functional noodle-cutting knife. The long, straight, sharp edge contacts the cutting board completely, cleanly and effortlessly cutting through a folded sheet of fresh noodle dough. This knife is also quite adept in cutting a full range of fresh, homemade pastas, as well. Not limited to noodles and pasta alone, the menkiri also provides excellent cutting control for slicing vegetables.

In the tradition of Japan's ancient sword smiths, each Shun Blue knife is handcrafted in Seki City, Japan. Designed in partnership with award-winning chef, Chris Cosentino, each Shun Blue knife features a traditional Japanese blade shape, a "blue" carbon steel cutting core, and an elegant grey PakkaWood handle. This collection of knives boasts the razor-sharp edges and ease of resharpening of carbon steel, which is favored by professional chefs. Sandwiching this professional "blue" carbon steel core between two layers of mirror-polished stainless steel brings to each knife in the collection the ease of use and care of standard stainless steel blades.

The Shun Blue handle is crafted from beautiful blue PakkaWood, and is a variation on a traditional Japanese handle design, modified to make the grip more secure and comfortable.

Included with each Shun Blue knife is a traditional Japanese wooden sheath, or saya.

The V No.1(VG1)blades have 1% carbon and 14% chrome for an ideal stainless steel that is: 1)Hard, 2)Resilient, 3)Resists wear, and 4)Resists rust.
Although steel is difficult to machine, we have carried out repeated tests to improve each version we make. We have carefully honed these blades so that they take to the grinding stone well and meet a host of product demands.

Handle

These handles are a single piece with no joints or seems. They are optimized for better grip, less slippage and better hygiene properties.

Made in Japan