SAN Brown 17.5cm Santoku Knife

SAN Brown 17.5cm Santoku Knife The oriental Santoku knife is a knife with a special shape, perfect for delicate cutting of meat and fish. Due to its thin blade, it also works remarkably well for slicing bread, cutting fruits, or chopping herbs. A significant advantage of this knife is its wide blade, which allows you to easily transfer chopped products or herbs directly on the knife, straight into the pan or pot. The handle is made of pakka wood, a composite of wood and resin. Such handles are known for their high resistance to mechanical damage, high temperatures, and moisture. Pakka, as a laminate made from thin sheets of natural wood, adds character to each knife. Specifications: Blade: VG-5 core clad in stainless steel SUS410 Hardness: 61 HRC +/- 1 Blade length: 17.5 cm Blade width: 4.9 cm Weight: approx. 175 g San Brown The Japanese knife series based on a VG-5 steel core, clad in stainless steel SUS410 on the outside. The combination of these materials allows for extremely sharp, perfectly balanced Japanese knives, valued for their craftsmanship, durability, and quality. The hardness, determined at approximately 61 HRC, satisfies both amateurs and professionals. The metal at the end of the handle is encased in pakka wood. This material ensures that the knife sits perfectly in the hand, guaranteeing reliability during cutting. In addition to aesthetic qualities, it also adds durability and resistance to mechanical damage to the knife handles. Tamahagane An exceptional brand founded in the Niigata prefecture in 1958, Tamahagane's products have become some of the most renowned items produced in Tsubame City, Japan, over the years. The name Tamahagane signifies noble steel produced using traditional methods. Despite its Japanese tradition, Mr. Atsushi Kataoka's factory incorporates modern machines to ensure the final product is of the highest quality. Years of experience and special steel processing make Tamahagane kitchen knives not only beautiful but also extremely sharp and durable.