Xinzuo reviews
Xinzuo makes accessible, well-priced kitchen knives with strong out-of-the-box sharpness.
Xinzuo 5.3" Ji Utility
The in-between knife in the Ji series — 135 mm of 67-layer Damascus that handles everything a paring knife is too small for and a chef knife too big for.
Xinzuo 7.2" Ji Cleaver
A tall Ji-series vegetable cleaver — 67-layer Damascus over a hard 12Cr18MoV core, with enough blade height to scoop a whole board of prep in one pass.
Xinzuo 7.1" Zhi Santoku
A Zhi-series 7.1" Santoku from Xinzuo with a 440C core 3-layer composite blade and a red wood handle — a practical, budget-friendly option for home cooks who want a traditional Japanese profile.
Xinzuo 8.3" Yun Chef
This 210mm chef knife is a balanced all-rounder designed for various cutting techniques with a durable and beautiful wood handle.
Xinzuo Zhi Bunka
A budget 8-inch bunka in German 1.4116 stainless with a pakka wood handle — sharp out of the box, easy to maintain, and priced like a beater.
Xinzuo 7" Lan Santoku
The striking grain pattern on this 7-inch Santoku is matched only by its incredible slicing ability and ergonomic sandalwood handle design.
Xinzuo 7" Lan Cleaver
This heavy-duty bone chopper combines the rugged durability of a cleaver with the exquisite beauty of 67-layer Damascus steel lamination.
Xinzuo 6" Yun Utility
A longer utility blade that bridges the gap between paring and chef knives, utilizing premium core steel for professional-grade cutting performance.
Xinzuo 7.3" Zhen Santoku
A newly designed Santoku combining 67 layers of Damascus steel with a comfortable ebony handle for effortless slicing.
Xinzuo 3.0" Zhi Paring
A compact, honest paring knife from Xinzuo's Zhi Series — stainless blade, pakka wood handle, and a nimble tip built for peeling, coring, and detail work.
Xinzuo 7.2" Ji Nakiri
A mid-priced Damascus nakiri built purely for vegetable prep — hard 12Cr18MoV core, real ebony handle, and a tall flat edge that stays glued to the board.
Xinzuo Zhen Bunka
A budget-friendly 3-layer composite knife that offers the popular Bunka shape without the high cost of multi-layer Damascus.
Xinzuo 6.5" Zhen Petty
A hybrid petty knife with Kiritsuke elements, offering a sharp point and enough length for versatile utility tasks.
Xinzuo 8.3" Zhen Kiritsuke
The Kiritsuke profile is known as the 'master's knife,' and this Damascus version lives up to the reputation with aggressive performance.
Xinzuo 12" Supreme Carving
A long, thin slicer built for one job — clean carving strokes across large roasts and briskets. German 1.4116 blade with granton dimples, real ebony handle, and a 15° edge from the factory.
Xinzuo 8.3" Yu Bunka
This flagship Bunka features an aggressive 'K-tip' design and wide blade, perfect for both precision tip work and clearing the cutting board.
Xinzuo 6.5" Yu Chef
Measuring at a maneuverable 6.5 inches, this chef knife provides excellent control and a razor-sharp edge suitable for diverse culinary techniques.
Xinzuo 8.31" Mo Bunka
Blending the aesthetics of a Bunka with the utility of a Chef knife, this tool offers a flatter profile ideal for push-cutting.
Xinzuo 6" Lan Boning
A dedicated boning knife featuring a narrow, sharp blade that navigates around joints and bones with ease and precision.
Xinzuo 7" Zhi Cleaver
A heavy 7-inch bone cleaver in X5Cr15MoV stainless with a real red sandalwood handle — thick spine, forward weight, and the geometry to actually chop through poultry and pork bones.
Xinzuo Lan Paring
A sharp and nimble peeling knife essential for fruit and vegetable prep, featuring durable German stainless steel for corrosion resistance.
Xinzuo 8.5" Zhen Bunka
Featuring a traditional octagonal handle, this extended 8.5-inch Bunka provides a professional reach and a classic feel for serious chefs.
Xinzuo 5.3" Zhen Utility
This compact utility knife features a high-performance 10Cr15CoMoV core wrapped in stunning Damascus cladding, offering exceptional sharpness for detailed kitchen tasks.
Xinzuo 8.3" Ji Bunka
Xinzuo's Ji Series 210 mm bunka — a hard 12Cr18MoV core wrapped in 67 layers of Damascus, a flat belly for push cuts, and a real ebony-and-G10 handle.
Xinzuo 8.3" Yun Bunka
A no-frills 210 mm bunka with a 440C core forged between two stainless jackets, run at 60 HRC and finished with a black G10 handle — a lot of steel for the money.
Xinzuo 7.3" Zhen Santoku
A traditional Japanese profile updated with modern materials, this Santoku excels at repetitive slicing, dicing, and mincing with smooth precision.
Xinzuo 5.8" Yu Petty
This 'mini-Bunka' acts as a sophisticated petty knife, offering a tall blade height and a sharp tip for intricate prep work.