Our starter set with the models Chep and Hac
Chep is the Vietnamese word for carp. The carp is a symbol of endurance and diversity. According to legend, after swimming against the current through a sacred dragon gate, carps turned into dragons and made the earth fertile. In memory of this tale, the Vietnamese put carps in rivers and lakes every year on the festival of the kitchen god.
The all-purpose knife for Asian cuisine. It is ideal for precise cutting, dicing and shredding. Whether meat, fish or vegetables, this knife is suitable for all-round use in your kitchen.
Each of our knives is handcrafted in a traditional blacksmith village in Cao Bang in northern Vietnam. The color and shape of the knives may vary slightly from the illustration.
Details
Handle | Ironwood |
Steel | Carbon |
Weight | 179 grams |
Blade height | 05 cm |
Blade length | 19.8 cm |
Blade width | 01mm |
Handle length | 13 cm |
Total length | 32.8 cm |
Hac
The heron stands for stability and harmony. Figures of herons standing on turtles can often be seen in pagodas and temples. These sculptures symbolize the harmony between heaven and earth. The heron can also be found on the famous Dong Son drums.
This small paring knife is ideal for peeling and cutting fruit and vegetables, for garnishing and for other food preparation tasks. Despite the small size, harder foods such as potatoes can easily be processed with the knife.
Each of our knives is handcrafted in a traditional blacksmith village in northern Vietnam. The color and shape of the knives may vary slightly from the illustration.
Details
Handle | Ironwood |
Steel | Carbon |
Weight | 109 grams |
Blade height | 3,2 cm |
Blade length | 12cm |
Blade width | 01 mm |
Handle length | 13 cm |
Total length | 25 cm |
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