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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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Minonokuni Homura 170mm Ao-Ko Santoku
Minonokuni Homura 170mm Ao-Ko Santoku The Minonokuni Homura 170mm Santoku is an all-purpose Japanese knife for cooks who want the edge of blue carbon steel with less of its maintenance. A santoku, or “knife of three virtues,” handles slicing, dicing and mincing with equal ease, and its compact length suits smaller cutting boards and everyday preparation of vegetables, fish and boneless meat. Features Ao-ko carbon steel core: The cutting edge is Ao-ko (Blue Paper) carbon steel, valued for the fine edge it accepts and for its edge retention. Stainless steel cladding: A stainless jacket covers the faces of the blade, so only the exposed edge needs the attention a carbon knife requires. This construction greatly reduces the risk of rust compared with a blade made entirely of carbon steel. Double-bevel edge: The symmetrical edge cuts straight and suits right- and left-handed cooks alike. Japanese wa-handle: The light, oval red sandalwood handle places the balance toward the blade and gives a secure grip in either hand. Choosing Within the Homura Line Cooks who prepare mostly vegetables may prefer the flat edge of the Minonokuni Homura 170mm Ao-Ko Nakiri. For longer slicing strokes and larger cuts of meat, the Homura 210mm Ao-Ko Wa-Gyuto offers more length. The Homura 150mm Petty covers detail work and trimming. Learn More$230.00
