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The Shun Premier blade's core fashioned from extremely hard VG-MAX steel and is enveloped in 32 layers of Damascus steel. This combination of different steel grades makes the blade both hard and flexible at once. The double-sided blade is easy to use because it its light weight and guarantees a clean and precise cut. The incorporation of a hammered surface underlies not only aesthetic reasons, but also serves the release of material from the blade thanks to the resulting air pockets.

Thanks to its symmetrical shape, it is suitable for both left- and right-handed users. A continuous tang ensures stability and balance whilst cutting. As a special touch, the handle's end has been engraved with Tim Mälzer's bull's head, the professional chef's trademark.

Shun Premier Tim Mälzer

Tantō

TDM-1785

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Shun Premier Set | Kochmesser × Kombi-Schleifstein × Schärfhilfe | TDM1706-W25
Shun Premier Set | Nakiri × Schleifgutschein | TDM1742-W25
Tantō | TDM-1785
Paring knife | TDM-1700
Utility knife | TDM-1701
Santoku | TDM-1702
Slicing knife | TDM-1704
Bread knife | TDM-1705
Chef's knife | TDM-1706
Carving fork | TDM-1709
Peeling knife | TDM-1715
Utility knife with serrated edge | TDM-1722
Chef's knife | TDM-1723
Santoku | TDM-1727
Nakiri | TDM-1742
Knife set | TDMS-220
Knife set | TDMS-230
Steak knife set | TDMS-400
Cutlery set | TDM-0907
Fork set | TDM-0990

Blade 10" (25,5 cm),
Handle 12 cm

EUR 299,00

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Type: Tantō
Series: Shun Premier Tim Mälzer
Article no: TDM-1785

Blade: Length 25,5 cm
Edge: Double-sided
Handle: Length 12 cm

Handle material: Pakka wood, medium brown

Weight: 220 g

Production: Handmade
Rockwell hardness: 61 (±1) HRC
EAN 4260036145021
Category: Premium Series

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Note: Due to the change in the logo marking process in 2024, the lettering under the black Shun logo will be successively changed from gold to platinum in the future.
Type: Tantō
Series: Shun Premier Tim Mälzer
Article no: TDM-1785

Blade: Length 25,5 cm
Edge: Double-sided
Handle: Length 12 cm

Handle material: Pakka wood, medium brown

Weight: 220 g

Production: Handmade
Rockwell hardness: 61 (±1) HRC
EAN 4260036145021
Category: Premium Series

Questions about the product?
Contact us!

Note: Due to the change in the logo marking process in 2024, the lettering under the black Shun logo will be successively changed from gold to platinum in the future.
Cleaning

Rinse the knives in hot water before using them for the first time. After each use, make sure that the knives are washed without delay (with a mild detergen) and dried off with a soft cloth. Acidic foods in particular should be rinsed off immediately after use.

For your own safety, you should always wipe the knife away from your body and away from the cutting edge with a cloth or towel.

Knives do not belong in the dishwasher, under any circumstances. Always wash the knives by hand in order to protect the material and maintain long-lasting sharpness.
Sharpening & Care

Ensure that all knives with natural wooden handles do not remain in water too long. Oil the handle from time to time with a little neutral vegetable or camellia oil.

It is also advisable to have the knives professionally resharpened from time to time to repair signs of wear on the cutting edge and to ensure lasting sharpness.

Due to the high degree of hardness of our knives, sharpening steels are completely unsuitable. From the traditional whetstone to a complete electric system, our range offers the right tool for each of our knives.

For the professional handling of our grinding range we inform you here.
Storing

When storing the knives, make sure that the blade does not come into contact with other metallic objects. This way, common causes of damage and staining can be avoided.

The best way to store the knives is in a knife block, in a wooden drawer insert, on a wooden magnetic knife rack, or in the drawer with a blade guard or sheath.
We are proud to guarantee that each Shun cooking knife manufactured in Japan leaves our factory in absolute faultless condition.

In case a product shows any faults in original material, construction, or workmanship it will either be replaced or repaired at no cost within a 10 years period of time. Normal wear and mistreatment are excluded from this warranty.

Our warranty only applies to products purchased from authorized KAI sales partners.
This guarantee does not restrict the consumer‘s statutory warranty rights. The guarantee is given by KAI Europe GmbH, Kottendorfer Str. 5, 42697 Solingen and only applies to the EU.

The assertion of the guarantee is free of charge for the customer. During the warranty period, the consumer has at least one claim against KAI Europe GmbH for supplementary performance in accordance with Section 439 Paragraphs 2, 3, 5 and 6 Clause 2 and Section 475 Paragraph 3 Clause 1 and Clause 5 of the German Civil Code (BGB).
The effectiveness of the guarantee obligation is not affected by the fact that one of the above requirements is not met.
DANGER of cuts and stab wounds:
Always stay focused when using knives. Handle the knife by the handle, never the blade. Carry knives with the cutting edge pointing downwards and away from your body. Test sharpness on the food, not with your hand. Always use well-sharpened knives and appropriate cutting surfaces.
Maintain a safe distance from other workstations. If necessary, use protective equipment and secure the items to be cut. Store your knives in designated places and never leave them lying around. Do not attempt to catch a falling knife. Store knives in knife bags or holders.
Never run with an unprotected knife. Regularly inspect knives for damage and stop working if defects are found. Sharpening should only be carried out by experienced individuals.

The Legend

KAI and Tim Mälzer are celebrating the 15th anniversary of their successful collaboration with the outstanding TDM-1785 tantō knife, limited to 6,666 pieces worldwide, from the Shun Premier Tim Mälzer series:

The traditional Japanese tantō (短刀), originally a short sword, is characterised by a straight blade spine and an equally straight cutting edge. The blade shape has also found its way into modern cuisine, where it is used in a variety of ways: the blade shape of the TDM-1785 anniversary knife, for example, is ideal for cutting (large) vegetables, trimming meat, filleting fish and much more. The blade features the distinctive hammered finish (Tsuchime) of the Shun Premier Tim Mälzer series. In addition, the exclusive ‘15 The Legend’ logo adorns the tantō blade right next to Tim Mälzer's signature.

Each anniversary knife has its own serial number engraved on the bolster of the handle, making it a unique piece. The TDM-1785 was also awarded the international German Design Award 2025 for its excellent product design.

The handle of the Tantō anniversary knife is made of brown-grained pakka wood with an ultra-matt finish, distinguishing it from the shiny polished handles of the other knives in the TDM series. The pakka wood is treated with selected resins, making it extremely supple, resilient, moisture-resistant and durable. Its symmetrical shape ensures that the handle sits securely in the hand and is suitable for both left- and right-handed users, while a full tang provides the optimum balance between blade and handle when cutting.

Recommendations

Utility knife with serrated edge
TDM-1722
Paring knife
TDM-1700
Santoku
TDM-1727
Peeling knife
TDM-1715
Bread knife
TDM-1705
Carving fork
TDM-1709
Utility knife
TDM-1701
Slicing knife
TDM-1704

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