Yoshihiro Black-Forged High Performance SLD Damascus Steel Masashi Santoku Multipurpose Chef Knife Ironwood Handle
SKU:
- 63-64 HRC
- Yes
- Optional Magnolia Saya Cover
Blade Hardness
HRC (Rockwell Hardness) measures how hard the blade's steel is. Kitchen knife steel typically falls in the high-50s to mid-60s on this scale. Harder steel is built to hold a fine edge over long use, while softer steel favors flexibility and easy resharpening. The right HRC depends on the steel and design, not a single higher-is-better number.
Stain Resistant
This steel resists rust and staining from moisture and acidic foods, making it easy to maintain with routine care.
Saya Cover
This knife does not automatically come with a saya cover included. Adding one with your order lets us shape it to this exact blade, a fit no aftermarket cover can match. A saya purchased separately later is cut to standard dimensions rather than this specific blade, so the fit is left to chance.
Full Specifications
Blade
- Knife Type
- Santoku (Multi-Purpose Knife)
- Primary Use
- All-purpose / General kitchen prep
- Blade Metal
- High Performance SLD Steel
- Grade
- Kurouchi Black
- Construction
- Mono-Steel
- Blade Hardness
- 63-64 HRC
- Blade Edge Type
- Double Bevel
- Blade Finish
- Damascus
- Stain Resistant
- Yes
Handle
- Handle Material
- Ironwood
- Handle Shape
- Octagonal
- Bolster Material
- Water Buffalo Horn (Color Varies)
- Tang Type
- Partial Tang
Product Details
The Santoku knife is a Japanese all-purpose tool characterized by its round tip and shorter, thinner blade, making it ideal for home cooking. The term "Santoku" literally means "three virtues," reflecting its versatility in handling meat, fish, and vegetables. Each Yoshihiro knife is meticulously handcrafted by master artisans, ensuring that every piece is a unique work of art.
This knife features High Performance SLD steel, a cutting-edge material engineered in Japan to surpass the capabilities of traditional metals. Known for its high wear resistance and hardness that rivals blue high carbon steel, SLD offers a balance of sharpness and stain resistance. This exceptional combination allows for a knife with long edge retention and stainless durability. The Damascus construction further enhances the steel's hardness, with layers ranging from 33 to 35, adding both functionality and stunning aesthetics to the blade.
Designed with a thin blade profile, this Santoku knife effortlessly cuts through ingredients while minimizing surface abrasions. Its brilliant mirror finish not only enhances its visual appeal but also simplifies cleaning and maintenance.
Complemented by a handcrafted octagonal Ironwood handle that provides comfort for both left and right-handed users, this knife also includes an optional Magnolia wood Saya cover for safe and convenient storage. From dicing and slicing fresh produce from the farmer's market to carving a roast chicken, even the simplest tasks are elevated with this handcrafted knife, blending beauty and functionality in every use.
Care & Origin
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Care Instructions
- Hand wash only.
Dry immediately.
Avoid the dishwasher. - Sharpening Method
- Sharpen by hand using whetstones. Do not use honing rods.