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This Santoku features a blade crafted from popular VG10 stainless steel, known for its sharpness and durability. The hammered finish not only adds visual appeal but also helps reduce food sticking to the blade during use.
MATERIAL
VG10
VG10 steel offers excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance, making it a dependable choice for everyday cooking.
HANDLE TYPE
Japanese
The lightweight structure and center of gravity positioned close to the blade make it ideal for delicate operations and quick reversals. Wood-based designs that fit comfortably in the hand are mainstream.
BLADE TYPE
Santoku
A Santoku is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife, named for its “three virtues” of cutting meat, fish, and vegetables, with a shorter, straighter blade ideal for precise chopping and slicing.
FINISH
Tsuchime
A hammered finish is hand-crafted texturing reduces surface contact with ingredients, helping to prevent sticking—an artful finish with practical purpose.
LENGTH
180mm
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180mm
blade length
130mm
Handle length
128g
Weight
BLADE
Gifu
Gifu's Seki is renowned for its knives, where advanced machinery streamlines the process while master artisans handle the fine sharpening and finishing, creating stainless-steel blades that combine rust resistance with exceptional sharpness.
Gentle hand-wash only
Treat the knives with love by avoiding dishwashers. Hand-wash it with care, ensuring its longevity.
Dry thoroughly
After each use, wash the knives promptly and dry it thoroughly to bid farewell to any lingering moisture.
Be mindful of hard objects
Steer clear of bones or frozen food to protect the edge from chipping.
Use the right cutting board
Wooden cutting boards are highly recommended as they are gentle on the blade. They help preserve sharpness and extend the knife’s life.
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