There are knives that are tools — and there are knives that become part of your story.
When we set out to create the PREMIERE ZDP189 Blades By Crank Knife, we weren’t looking to make just another high-end chef knife. We wanted to craft a blade with real legacy value — a knife built to be used, loved, and eventually passed down to the next generation.
A blade your kids and grandkids will remember cooking with.
Why ZDP189?
It all starts with the steel.
ZDP189 is one of the most advanced and sought-after steels in the knife world. Produced exclusively in Japan by Hitachi Metals, ZDP189 is a powder metallurgy steel with an incredibly high carbon content and fine grain structure.
What does that mean in simple terms?
✅ Extreme hardness — ZDP189 blades typically reach 65-67 HRC, far beyond most kitchen knives.
✅ Incredible edge retention — it stays sharp through months of regular use.
✅ Rarity — produced in limited quantities in Japan, it’s difficult to source outside the country and highly prized by collectors and top chefs.
The steel alone makes this knife elite. But steel is only part of the story.
Craftsmanship That Lasts
We paired the ZDP189 blade with a handle worthy of a legacy piece:
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Desert Ironwood core — one of the hardest, most stable woods in the world, with rich natural beauty.
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White Bull Horn caps — not only elegant, but functional, helping prevent shrinkage or cracking over decades of use.
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Octagonal Japanese shape — for a grip that’s comfortable and precise, no matter how long you're prepping.
Each handle is hand-shaped and polished — no two are exactly alike. Over time, the wood develops a beautiful patina, making each knife even more personal.
More Than a Knife — A Family Heirloom
On Guam, in the Marianas, and across many island cultures, food is about family and tradition.
We gather around the kitchen and the grill. We pass down recipes, cooking techniques — and sometimes, tools.
That’s the heart of this knife.
The PREMIERE ZDP189 Blades By Crank Knife is built to be an heirloom. Not just a blade for today — but one that will stay in your family, creating memories across generations.
When your kids pull it out decades from now and say, “This was Dad’s knife” — that’s the vision.
Limited & Exclusive
Because ZDP189 steel is limited in production, and the craftsmanship involved is extremely time-intensive, this knife is available in small batches only.
Once a batch sells out, restock may take months — sometimes longer.
If you value elite performance, heirloom quality, and a knife with real cultural and family meaning, this is your blade.
👉 Order your PREMIERE ZDP189 Blades By Crank Knife today — and start building your family’s story with it.