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Santoku Knives
Translated to mean “three virtues”, Santoku knives are effective all-purpose tools that vary in shape from the western chef knife but serve the same purpose in terms of their utilitarian functionality. The “three virtues” to which the word Santoku refers align with the three tasks of slicing, dicing, and mincing. Their shape is unique to other knives in that Santokus resemble truncated chef knives with altered tips and minimal camber. Unlike the blades of German knives that sweep upwards to meet the tip, the spines of Santokus are rounded downwards to meet the knife edge. Please note that the lack of camber interferes with a traditional rocking motion so Santokus are more often use in a chopping manner.
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Robert Welch Signature 7 in. Santoku Knife
The Robert Welch Signature 7-inch Santoku is a masterclass in functional design, specifically engineered to bridge the gap between heavy-duty European durability and the nimble precision of Japanese blade shapes. Handling this knife reveals a weight distribution that favors the bolster, providing a secure, grounded feel during rapid dicing. The blade is forged from high-carbon German X50CrMoV15 stainless steel, a choice that ensures significant corrosion resistance while maintaining a keen 15° edge angle—sharper than the traditional 20° European standard. In practical application, the Granton edge (scalloped indentations) performs exactly as intended: creating minute air pockets between the steel and the food. When slicing through dense starches like potatoes or aqueous vegetables like cucumbers, the food falls away cleanly rather than vacuum-sealing to the blade face. This significantly increases prep speed. The handle, developed in collaboration with professional chefs, features a unique thumb-rest and a curved profile that fits the palm's natural contours. Unlike flat-sided handles, the Signature handle encourages a proper pinch grip, reducing the mechanical stress on the carpal tunnel during high-volume repetitive tasks. This is a tool designed for those who find standard handles too cumbersome or those whose grip strength is a primary concern in the kitchen. Learn More$77.50
