Shun Shun Kanso 5.5" Hollow Ground Santoku Knife, Handcrafted Japanese All Purpose Knife, AUS10A Stainless Steel Blade, Tagayasan Handle, Versatile Japanese Cutting Tool for Professional and Home Chefs

The Shun Kanso 5.5-inch Hollow Ground Santoku Knife is a multipurpose knife used for just about every cutting job in the kitchen. Slightly shorter than the standard chef’s knife, this Japanese steel knife is easy to maneuver and works well as a fruit, protein and vegetable knife. Hollow ground indentations reduce friction while cutting, making it easier to glide through food. Made with AUS10A high-carbon stainless steel reinforced with vanadium and an angled, tagayasan wood handle, this all purpose knife is strong, durable and precise. The butt of the knife is designed to function as a bottle opener and allows for easy hanging on knife hooks. Supported by free sharpening and honing. Handcrafted in Japan, the Shun Kanso Santoku Knife adds essential simplicity to any cooking knife collection. About this item ALL PURPOSE KITCHEN KNIFE: The Shun Kanso 5.5-inch Hollow Ground Santoku Knife is expertly designed for all the basic kitchen cutting tasks and is shorter than a standard chef’s knife for increased agility and maneuverability. ESSENTIAL SIMPLICITY: Named after a design principle influenced by Zen philosophy, the Kanso series reflects its definition, “simplicity.” Created with the most essential elements, this Kanso knife delivers effortless performance. REFINED SHARPNESS: Crafted from AUS10A high-carbon stainless steel refined with vanadium, this knife delivers razor-sharp precision with a 16-degree edge. Features hollow ground indentations for food release and friction reduction. DURABLE HANDLE: Made with contoured tagayasan, known as “iron sword wood,” this full-tang handle offers a comfortable and secure grip for both left and right-handed users. The butt also functions as a bottle opener and hanging hook. JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP: Each Shun knife is meticulously handcrafted in Japan, reflecting a legacy of traditional knife-making expertise and a dedication to superior quality. Supported by free sharpening and honing. See more product details