Knives

The I.O. Shen two piece knife set includes the 6.3 in. (160mm)Santoku and the 4.1 in. (104mm) Pointed Paring Knife. I.O. Shen uses Triplex Steel technology to give these knives the best possible balance of toughness and hardness to handle tough kitchen tasks. Learn More

The I.O. Shen 6.7 in.(170mm) Maoui Deba is not a traditional Japanese Deba design as the edge is on both sides of the blade. With this style get the great benefits of a knife that can handle work on fish like filleting, gutting, and gill removal with a more durable edge and premium stainless steel. Note that the steel that forms the scrimshaw design on I.O. Shen knives is welded to the tang and not just some type of silver paint. Tri-Ply steel with VG-12 core 1.7 mm spine thickness 12.13 inch overall length 8.5 ounces (240 grams) Made In Tai Wan Learn More

The I.O. Shen 6.7 in. (170mm) Oriental Slicer has a smaller handle then other knives in the I.O. Shen line that is to give the user more finger clearance between the cutting board the the handle making this a good knife for prepping onions or mincing garlic. This is not just a good vegetable knife but is naturally a slicing knife and is thin enough to slice fillets of fish or prepare sashimi. Learn More

The I.O. Shen 6.3 in (160mm) Santoku is well suited to heavy vegetable prep as the flat edge makes near full contact with the cutting board allowing for cleaner chopping and mincing. The flat edge of the Santoku is also beneficial for sharpening on whetstones as the knife will make more contact with the stone as you pass it along the stone. Learn More

The I.O. Shen 6 in. Chef/Utility Knife is great for heavy vegetable prep the extra weight added to the handle adds balance and the proprietary VG-10 blend has great edge retention. This prep knife will hold up in busy kitchen. Learn More

The I.O. Shen 10.5 in. (270mm)Gyuto brings out the best in the I.O. Shen knife technology as most Japanese knives are blade heavy this I.O. Shen is much more balanced. While this large Gyuto will still have more weight in the blade the added weight in the handle greatly increases blade balance. The good balance the I.O. Shen provides will translate to comfort and ease of use. Learn More

The Professional’s Heavyweight: Precision Slicing with I.O. Shen’s Proprietary Triplex Technology In the high-pressure environment of a professional kitchen, your chef knife isn't just a tool—it is an extension of your hand. The I.O. Shen 9.4-inch (240mm) Chef Knife is engineered specifically for those who demand more from their cutlery. This isn't a standard stamped blade; it is a product of advanced metallurgical engineering designed to solve the age-old conflict between hardness and brittleness. At the heart of this knife is I.O. Shen's signature Triplex Steel Technology. By sandwiching an ultra-hard VG10 steel core (Rockwell 62°) between two layers of softer, more flexible stainless steel (Rockwell 10°), I.O. Shen has created a blade that holds a razor-sharp edge significantly longer than Western counterparts while maintaining the structural integrity to resist chipping. The 240mm length provides the necessary 'heft' and blade real estate for heavy-duty prep work—from breaking down large proteins to julienning dense root vegetables. Unlike the standard 8-inch (210mm) models, this 9.4-inch version offers increased blade depth. This provides critical knuckle clearance and a more substantial feel for chefs with larger hands, ensuring comfort during grueling double shifts. The weight distribution is meticulously calibrated to provide a 'rocking' motion that feels effortless, reducing wrist fatigue and increasing precision. Learn More

The I.O. Shen 8 in. (210mm) Gyuto is the all purpose knife in the I.O. Shen collection. This Gyuto has less camber or curve to the edge then most knives making it great for a cook who slices through their food rather then rocking and chopping. The flat edge on this Gyuto allows for more of the edge to make contact when sharpening on stones. Learn More

The I.O. Shen 6 in. (150mm) Fish Filet Knife made of I.O. Shen proprietary VG-10 Blend Triplex Technology is obviously unique as the blade is inverted from from the handle. The reversed edge makes this knife great for gutting freshwater fish and removing gills if you deal with a lot of trout, bass or catfish this will be a helpful knife. Learn More