Yoshihiro Inox Stain-resistant Aus-10 Steel Ice Hardened Santoku
SKU:
- 61 HRC
- Yes
- Optional Nuri Lacquered Saya
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
- AUS-10 Steel
- Construction
- Mono-Steel
- Blade Hardness
- 61 HRC
- Blade Edge Type
- Double Bevel
- Blade Finish
- Plain
- Stain Resistant
- Yes
Handle
- Handle Material
- Black Pakkawood
- Handle Shape
- Western Style
- Bolster Material
- Stainless Steel
- Tang Type
- Full Tang
Product Details
The 7" INOX AUS-10 Santoku Stainless Steel Multipurpose Chef Knife is an essential tool for every kitchen, offering exceptional versatility and performance. Known as the Japanese all-purpose chef's knife, the Santoku excels in a variety of tasks, from dicing, slicing, and chopping fresh produce to carving a roast chicken straight from the oven. With its ability to handle meat, fish, and vegetables, this knife elevates even the simplest tasks, turning meal preparation into an enjoyable experience.
Forged from a single piece of AUS-10 stainless steel, the Yoshihiro Inox Santoku is designed to provide outstanding edge retention, toughness, and ease of sharpening. The blade's carbon content exceeds 1%, allowing it to outclass many competitors in its class. The high-grade composite wood handle is designed in a Western style, offering an ergonomic, comfortable grip and extending to the full tang of the knife for added durability. Certified by NSF, this knife is suitable for both home chefs and professional kitchens.
For those who appreciate the artistry and performance of high-quality Japanese knives, the Yoshihiro Inox AUS-10 Series stands out as one of the top choices in high-end stainless steel knives. The knife's craftsmanship combines functionality with elegance, ensuring smooth cutting performance every time.
To maintain the knife's sharpness and performance, always use premium quality Japanese water stones for sharpening and honing. For more information on maintenance and professional sharpening services, contact Yoshihiro Cutlery.
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.