Santoku’s are great general purpose kitchen knives originating in Japan. Used for many tasks like slicing, chopping, and dicing on both vegetables and meats.
Construction: The blade is 3mm thick 1084 high carbon steel with an as-forged finish. The edge length (in a straight line from heel to tip) is 195mm, with a maximum height of 48mm. The handle length is 120mm and is shaped octagonally providing good grip while remaining comfortable to hold. The handle is primarily stabilised Banksia wood with an alternating resin and brass bolster. The knife tang is also actually visible through the resin in some areas.
Please note: All of my knives are made with high carbon steels and are not corrosion resistant like stainless is. While both high carbon and stainless both have their pros and cons, high carbon knives do require more care. Please view my knife care guide at https://southernedgeforge.com/knife-care-guide/ for instructions on knife care. If interested in a knife but you have questions or are uncertain about something, please feel free to shoot me an email at southernedge@gmx.com
