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Shun® Classic Santoku
Three virtues in Japanese, santoku describes the strengths this knife demonstrates in the kitchen. Sharp, durable and corrosion resistant, the handmade Shun Classic santoku is designed for cutting vegetables, thin-boned meats and fish. The slight curve is ideal for creating a rocking motion when cutting.Manufacturer: KAI CorporationMaterial: Forged VG-10 (SUS410) high-carbon stainless-steel-clad blade, ebony pakkawood handleCare: Hand wash with gentle dish soapDimensions: 5½" bladeWarranty: Limited lifetime warrantyHandcrafted in Seki City, JapanFEATURESConstructed using the kasumi method, the traditional Japanese process for creating samurai swordsVG-10 steel core provides incredible edge retentionHigh-density VG-10 steel is tempered to a Rockwell hardness of 60-61Cutting edge is ground to 16° angle on each side for one of the sharpest knives you'll ever useTakes and keeps an ultra-sharp edge without the need for excessive re-sharpening VG-10 core is clad with 16 layers of SUS410 high-carbon stainless steelOval indentations reduce friction for clean, uniform cuts with minimal stickingD-shaped pakkawood handle is moisture resistantMeets the high safety standards for professional kitchens (NSF-certified)Handmade in Seki City, Japan's historical center for manufacturing samurai swords
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