KYOCERA FK-140 WH EU 14cm Santoku Ceramic Knife-White Handle

This is my 2nd Kyocera knife 1st one I got was 14yrs ago stayed sharp the whole time. Unfortunately I dropped it and snapped the blade. Only had a couple of very small nics in it.

This is an excellent knife but only for fruit, veg and lean meat cutting. Any sideways twisting will result in a broken blade. So if you are planning on buying one think carefully about how you will use it, if you try to use it as you would a steel knife it will not last very long. I also have a "Taylors eye witness" ceramic knife which is a more robust knife but does not glide through fruit etc like the Kyocera.

Bought this as was looking for a ceramic knife. It was delivered per estimated date in a box, so it was securely packed. The knife is very light to hold and it’s also very sharp - so sharp that I accidentally shaved off a bit of my nail when it hit my nail while cutting a carrot! So need to be careful in using it. I read that you can’t use it to cut any bones etc so only soft stuff but I tried it on carrots and it was fine. Also you are not suppose to use it on hard chopping board - I have a plastic one and I also bought a Kyocera one which is like soft silicone, so should be ok?I am not intending to use it to cut anything with bones in them, so as not to chip it. It’s suppose to be dishwasher proof but I have only hand washed so far. Not sure how long it will last but I like that it’s not heavy in my hand, it’s very sharp, so easy to slice through vegetables or even meat (without bones) etc. and it’s the right size santoku knife for me - I use it most often in comparison to other knives. The only thing that would be useful is to add a cover for it. It does not come with one, which was surprising given the price, so unless you have a knife block or covers from other knives (which I have) am apprehensive that it may break easily without one. For that, I deducted one star. Otherwise it would be the perfect knife for me!

On first use the product has a chip on it and we are now searching through the food to try and make sure we don't eat the chip! Unbelievable

As a professional raw plantbased chef I am familiar with knives, knife skills and knife care. I was excited to treat myself to a Kyocera ceramic, widely lauded within the community.True enough the slicing ability is impeccable. After only a day or two of moderate use ie mostly fruits and greens, no hard veg, the blade received a chip. It possibly ended up in the food!Regrettably had to return for a refund.

This knife is awesome and has put every other knife I have, to shame. I'm going to replace my old knives with these! Plus, everyone who's seen me prepare food, wants one too.

Excellent for everyday chopping with a high degree of control.

Beautifully sharp knife but fragile. It was well looked after as I bought a cover for it. It broke quite randomly while chopping onion and under 2 years old unfortunately.