Kotetsu VG-10 Damascus Santoku 180mm, Handmade Knife, 17 Layer Hammered Finish, Stainless Steel, Seki Japan
Kotetsu VG-10 Damascus Santoku 180mm, Handmade Knife, 17 Layer Hammered Finish, Stainless Steel, Seki Japan
From Seki City, the historic heart of Japanese cutlery, comes this Kotetsu Santoku. The Santoku (meaning "Three Virtues") is the most popular household knife in Japan — shorter and more nimble than a chef's knife, and built to handle vegetables, fish, and meat equally well.
The blade is crafted from high-performance VG-10 stainless steel, a material known for excellent edge retention and high resistance to rust. That makes it a strong choice for home cooks who want professional sharpness without the maintenance demands of carbon steel.
Appearance
The blade carries a 17-layer Damascus pattern overlaid with a hammered (tsuchime) finish. The hammered texture creates small air pockets that reduce friction and help keep food from sticking to the blade while cutting. While machine-formed for precision, each blade is hand-sharpened by artisans in Seki, so it arrives razor-sharp out of the box. The handle is durable, water-resistant Pakkawood with a comfortable grip.
Specifications:
- Blade material: VG-10 stainless steel
- Blade length: 180 mm
- Blade style: Santoku (all-purpose), 17-layer Damascus, hammered finish
- Handle: Pakkawood
- Handle length: 133 mm
- Handle thickness: 20 mm
- Origin: Seki, Gifu, Japan
Care: Although this knife is stainless steel, hand-wash and dry it thoroughly after each use to protect the edge and finish. Do not use a dishwasher. Do not cut frozen food, bones, or other extremely hard objects.
Shipping: Ships from Japan with tracking. Delivery times, shipping rates, and customs and duty handling are set out in our Shipping Policy.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
To maintain the beauty and integrity of your purchase, we recommend treating it with care. Simple maintenance practices, such as gentle washing and proper storage, can effectively preserve the longevity of your favorites. We encourage you to refer to the care instructions included with each item, designed to help you keep your purchase in top condition.
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