Quick Facts — SHI-181 Knife set
- Model: SHI-181
- EAN: 5903839939129
- Type: Japanese knife set, 3 pieces
- Blade material: Damascus steel, 67 layers
- Handle material: Pakka wood
- Knives in set: Chairo Shōto, Chairo Santoku, Chairo Sifu
The SHI-181 knife set brings together three Japanese kitchen knives for peeling, all-round cutting and zoned cutting of meat, vegetables and herbs. All blades are made of genuine Damascus steel with 67 layers, with Pakka wood handles. The set is sold under the name Shiori.
The multi-layer structure gives steel that is both hard and flexible. Chairo Shōto, Chairo Santoku and Chairo Sifu cover the most common tasks in a professional kitchen, each with its own blade shape.
When does knife set SHI-181 make the most sense?
The set suits a kitchen station that needs three specialised knives in the same grade of steel. The small Shōto has a narrow, pointed blade for peeling and decorative cuts, while the Santoku handles meat, fish and vegetables in larger quantities. The Sifu has a zoned blade with an extremely hard core and is used for meat, vegetables and herbs.
How knife set SHI-181 is used in the kitchen
In the kitchen the work is divided between the three knives as follows:
- Chairo Shōto: peeling fruit and vegetables and decorative cuts.
- Chairo Santoku: cutting meat, fish and vegetables.
- Chairo Sifu: cutting meat, vegetables and herbs with a zoned blade.
Technical Specifications
| Number of knives | 3 pcs |
| Steel | Genuine Damascus steel, 67 layers |
| Handle material | Pakka wood |
| Sifu blade structure | Zoned blade with extremely hard core and unique surface structure |
Package Contents
- Chairo Shōto
- Chairo Santoku
- Chairo Sifu
Used by: Chefs. Sous chefs. Butchers. Catering cooks. Keen home cooks.
Common in: Restaurants. Catering. Commercial kitchens. Butchery. Hotels.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is knife set SHI-181 suitable for meat, fish and herbs?
Yes. The Chairo Santoku cuts meat, fish and vegetables, and the Chairo Sifu cuts meat, vegetables and herbs. The Chairo Shōto is a small knife for peeling fruit and vegetables.
How does knife set SHI-181 differ from other knife sets?
All three knives have blades of genuine Damascus steel with 67 layers and Pakka wood handles. The Sifu also has a zoned blade with an extremely hard core, which sets the set apart from knife sets with uniform steel blades.