TL;DR: As of Aug. 26, get this Seido Hakai Cleaver Knife for only $79.99 (reg. $179.99) in the Mashable Shop — that's 55% off.

Good kitchen knives tend to be expensive. That’s why grabbing one high-quality piece at a time might be a little easier. If you’re just starting to improve your kitchen game, the Seido Hakai Cleaver Knife is a versatile blade and a good place to start.

This all-purpose chef knife has a 4mm high carbon steel blade and a beautiful rosewood handle. Make it your go-to knife in the kitchen when you get it for just $79.99.

This handmade chef knife features an ergonomic handle and a unique shape that lets you use it for everything from precision cutting to heavy chopping. The benefit of a high-carbon steel blade is that it's designed to keep its edge longer through repeated use. Every knife gets dull eventually, but it should be a bit before you need to pull out the knife sharpener.

The full tang rosewood handle isn’t just for looks. The curved design may be more comfortable to hold during extended use. For home cooks, that means you may not get a hand cramp when you’re using it as your primary knife for everything. For pro chefs, it could help keep you comfortable through a long shift.

The Hakai cleaver even comes with a stylish leather sheath to help keep it safe in storage or in transport.

If you want to get one tool for your kitchen that you can use all the time, this might be it.

Get the Seido Hakai Cleaver Knife for $79.99 (reg. $179.99).

Prices subject to change.

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