Shun Premier 7-inch Santoku Knife

The Shun Premier 7-inch Santoku is a beautiful and highly versatile all-purpose kitchen knife. A Japanese take on the classic chef's knife, the word "Santoku" means "three virtues," referring to its ability to expertly handle slicing, dicing, and mincing. Its blade has a straighter edge than a traditional chef's knife and a curved tip, making it well-suited for a wide range of cutting tasks.

The slightly shorter, wider blade makes the Santoku feel nimble and easy to control. The hand-hammered finish creates small air pockets that help reduce drag, allowing food to release more easily from the blade. This knife is a true workhorse, capable of handling everything from fine mincing to slicing large vegetables.

This knife is particularly well-suited for tasks such as:

• Dicing: Preparing onions, celery, and carrots for stocks and sauces.


• Slicing: Making clean, thin slices of vegetables, fish, and boneless meats.


• Mincing: Finely chopping garlic, herbs, and ginger.


• Creating Julienne Strips: Easily creating thin, uniform strips of vegetables.


• Scooping: Using the wide blade to transfer chopped ingredients from the cutting board.