TOG Knives Culinary Knife Collection

TOG Knives sets out to create cutlery that draws from tradition as much as it does modern materials. The Culinary knife collection features blades made in Seki City, the ancient knife capital of Japan. Roll Forged in Japan, each blade comprises 21 layers of steel and copper for a distinctive, striped appearance and edge retention to last. To give you an idea of the precision involved in the process, each layer of copper is about half the thickness of a human hair. Another key aspect to highlight the company’s commitment to craftsmanship: All of its blades are individually numbered and sharpened to 10 degrees on each side for expert-level control—which could be why this small, independent business's knives are a favorite among top chefs in the United Kingdom. The handles are full tang and made from Kebony maple for a solid hold and comfy feel in the hand. If you want an easy way to keep your blade sharp, grab the 10-inch ceramic honing rod at checkout.