Our White Steel Santoku knife with stainless steel cladding is designed for multipurpose use, making it ideal for both home and professional kitchens. Handcrafted with meticulous attention to all tasks, this knife achieves a balanced combination of length, curve, and height. It excels at slicing, chopping, and dicing, suitable for meat, fish, and vegetables. The White Steel #1 high carbon steel core, with an HRC of 64, provides an exceptionally sharp edge that maintains its sharpness over extended periods.
The stainless steel cladding enhances the blade's resilience, making it more forgiving to moisture exposure while ensuring superior edge retention and sharpness remain intact. The Santoku knife features a round tip and a shorter, thinner blade, making it perfect for home cooking. "Santoku" literally means "three virtues," signifying its versatility for use with meat, fish, and vegetables. Each knife from Yoshihiro is handcrafted by master artisans, creating a unique one-of-a-kind work of art.
Preparing delicious meals begins with selecting wholesome ingredients and using the best tools, such as a high-quality chef's knife, to elevate every meal. From dicing, slicing, and chopping fresh produce from a farmer's market to carving a roast chicken straight from the oven, even the simplest tasks become a joy with a handcrafted knife that is as beautiful as it is functional.
Care and sharpening are essential in traditional Japanese knife-making, emphasizing the importance of a sharp edge that requires attention and care. Sharpening and honing should only be done with water whetstones. Always hand wash and dry immediately, especially when working with acidic ingredients, and avoid using the knife on objects such as bones, nutshells, and frozen foods.
Knife Specs:
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HRC: 64
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Grade: White Steel Stainless Clad
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Stain Resistant: Yes, except along the knife's edge
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Blade Material: White Steel #1
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Edge Angle: Double Edged
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Handle Material: Magnolia
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Bolster Material: Water Buffalo Horn (color varies)
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Handle Shape: Octagonal
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Saya Cover: Optional
