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Santoku Knife

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The Essential Japanese Damascus Steel Santoku Knife is the ultimate all-purpose tool, combining the power of a cleaver with the precision of a chef’s knife.

Its flat blade profile is designed for effortless up-and-down chopping, making quick work of dense root vegetables and all manner of meal prep. With a wide, well-balanced blade, it offers superior control and stability, even when breaking down bones.

Craftsmanship at its finest
Made through over 40 meticulous steps with upgraded AUS-10V steel from Tokai, Japan. Incredibly hard, it stays sharper longer, meaning less sharpening and more precision.

Balanced for every task
The full tang design offers perfect balance and weight, making it light enough for detailed work, yet powerful enough to handle large cuts like watermelon and cabbage.

Unmatched value
At a fraction of the price of similar knives, it brings premium quality, edge retention, and ergonomic comfort to your kitchen without breaking the bank.

Italian Olive Wood
Italian Olive Wood is an ideal choice for knife handles, providing exceptional durability and moisture resistance due to its dense structure and natural oils. The intricate grain and rich golden hues give each handle a unique look, and its solid feel ensures a well-balanced grip. Over time, the wood develops even more character, making it both a practical and luxurious addition.

AUS-10V Steel
Crafted from AUS-10V steel by Aichi Steel in Tokai, Japan, this blade features 1.05% carbon content for exceptional strength and durability. Its superior edge retention ensures a razor-sharp blade that lasts, making it ideal for precision work.

Damascus Steel
Each blade is crafted by repeatedly heating, hammering, and folding steel layers by hand. This traditional process creates distinctive striations that naturally reduce drag while slicing.

Santoku Blade
With a sheepshoof, high-profile blade, the Santoku delivers power and precision. Its wide blade ensures stability for clean, controlled cuts while also doubling as a scoop for effortless ingredient transfer from board to pan.

15° Dual Bevel
Hand sharpened to a precise 15° on each side, resulting in a razor-sharp edge that offers versatility for both right- and left-handed users.

Full Tang
A full tang runs the entire length of the knife, providing intentional weight and balance. This design allows the knife to tackle large tasks like cutting watermelon and meat while retaining the agility needed for fine dicing and precise knife work.

Ergonomic Hexagonal Handle
Our modern take on the traditional octagonal handle, ours is hexagonal to be more ergonomic with edges for slip free handling.

Total Length: 12.6 inches
Blade Length: 7 inches
Handle Length: 5.5 inches

A Santoku Standout

Meet the Santoku—Japan’s take on a versatile, powerhouse knife built for precision and efficiency.

With its flat, sheepshoof blade, the Santoku combines the force of a cleaver with the precision of a chef’s knife.

A true kitchen workhorse, the Santoku brings power to your prep work.

Effortless Up-and-Down Chopping

The flat blade profile allows for clean, precise cuts without needing a rocking motion. Ideal for slicing through veggies, proteins, and more with efficiency. (cucumber)

Wide Blade for Easy Scooping

The broad surface makes it easy to transfer chopped ingredients from the board to the pan—minimizing mess and streamlining meal prep.

Superior Control & Balance

The shorter, higher-profile blade combined with a well-balanced handle ensures stability and precision for controlled cuts.

Natural Damascus Steel Texture

Crafted from folded Damascus steel, the blade offers a unique texture that enhances food release while cutting.

The Santoku Knife

Craftsmanship at its finest
Made through over 40 meticulous steps with upgraded AUS-10V steel from Tokai, Japan. Incredibly hard, it stays sharper longer, meaning less sharpening and more precision.

Balanced for every task
The full tang design offers perfect balance and weight, making it light enough for detailed work, yet powerful enough to handle large cuts like watermelon and cabbage.

Unmatched value
At a fraction of the price of similar knives, it brings premium quality, edge retention, and ergonomic comfort to your kitchen without breaking the bank.

Beautiful Italian Olive Wood Handle

High Durability — A dense structure (900 kg/m³) makes it resistant to wear, perfect for frequent use.

Moisture Resistance — High density and natural oils make the handle naturally water resistant.

Ergonomic Grip — Offers a solid, balanced feel with a smooth finish—substantial enough to tackle whole watermelons while also deftly handling fine knife work.

The Powerhouse of Precision

Vacuum Heat Treated

The gold standard for knife treatment, vacuum heat treatment means each blade is precisely heated in a vacuum-sealed environment and cooled. This process enhances hardness, strength, and corrosion resistance, resulting in a sharper, longer-lasting edge while preserving the steel’s purity.

Hand Forged and Folded

Each blade is crafted by repeatedly heating, hammering, and folding steel layers by hand. This traditional process creates distinctive wavy patterns while enhancing the blade’s strength, toughness, and flexibility. The resulting even carbon distribution reduces impurities, resulting in a durable, long-lasting sharp edge.

AUS-10V Steel

Crafted from AUS-10V steel produced by Aichi Steel in Tokai, Japan, this blade boasts a 1.05% carbon content, making it exceptionally strong and durable, with impressive edge retention for long-lasting sharpness.

Superior Edge Retention

With a rating of 60-62 on the Rockwell hardness scale, knife is long-lasting, durable, and corrosion, chip, and stain-resistant.

15° Dual Bevel

Hand sharpened to a precise 15° on each side, resulting in a razor-sharp edge that offers versatility for both right- and left-handed users.

Craftsmanship and Value

Handcrafted by expert artisans
Made to order in over 40 meticulous steps
Crafted with care in China from premium Japanese steel
Ships directly from the manufacturer for unmatched savings

Price Comparison

The Essential

Price $95
Material High-carbon Japanese stainless steel
Process Hand forged and folded
Design 7" Santoku, full-tang

Sur La Table

Price $350
Material High-carbon Japanese stainless steel
Process Hand forged and folded
Design 7" Santoku, full-tang

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