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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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Made In 6.6-inch Japanese Damascus Steel Santoku
The Made In Japanese Damascus Steel Santoku is a compact all-purpose knife for cooks who want Japanese precision in a shorter, easier-to-control blade. Its name means “three virtues” for the three jobs it handles: slicing, dicing, and mincing. Made In has it forged in Seki, Japan, with a VG-10 core inside 66 layers of Damascus steel and a 15-degree edge.
Why It PerformsFlat edge, rounded tip: The flatter profile meets the board along its whole length, which suits a forward push cut rather than a rocking motion.Compact blade: At 6.6 inches, it is easier to control than a full chef’s knife, especially in a smaller kitchen or for cooks with smaller hands.VG-10 core and Damascus cladding: A hard stainless core for a keen, long-lasting edge, protected by layered steel with a distinctive pattern.15-degree edge: Cuts with little resistance through vegetables, boneless meat, and fish.Full tang, polymer handle: Balanced in the hand, with a hand-finished handle that resists slipping and staining.
What It Does BestDicing and slicing vegetables with a push cutSlicing boneless chicken, pork, and fishMincing herbs and garlicEveryday prep for one or two people
Choosing the Right Made In KnifeFor larger tasks and a longer slicing stroke, the Made In 8-inch Japanese Damascus Steel Gyuto gives you 8.2 inches of blade. For vegetable-heavy cooking, the Made In 6.6-inch Japanese Damascus Steel Nakiri has a taller, fully flat edge. The santoku, gyuto, and nakiri are sold together in the Made In 3-Piece Japanese Damascus Steel Knife Set. Learn More$199.00
