TOJIRO Santoku Sakuya 165mm (6.5")
The TOJIRO Santoku Sakuya 165mm (6.5") is an excellent choice if youâre looking for a versatile, low-maintenance Japanese knife thatâs also budget-friendly. Made from stainless steel with a traditional wooden handle and minimalist blade finish, it offers classic Japanese aesthetics and reliable performance at an affordable price.
BLADE SHAPE:
Santoku is a versatile kitchen knife that will shine through all kinds of chopping and cutting on the kitchen board. Meat lovers will only miss a little bit of length with larger pieces of meat. Did you know that the word santoku means "knife of three virtues" in Japanese? The word san is number three, meaning that it can be used to prepare vegetables, fish and meat.
STEEL:
The core is made of VG-10 steel coated with 13 Chrome Stainless Steel, offering professional sharpness with easy maintenance.
VG-10 steel is stainless steel with relatively high Carbon (C) content (1%), 15% Chromium (Cr), 1% Molybdenum (Mo), 0.3% Vanadium (V) and 1.5% Cobalt (Co). The combination of Cr, Mo, and V forms a lot of hard carbides, making the steel abrasion resistant which translates to long-lasting, smooth sharpness. Heat treated to the hardness of 60-61 HRC.
GEOMETRY:
It has a double bevel (50/50 symmetrical) blade.
BLADE FINISH:
The highlight of this series is the surface treatment withelectrochemical oxidation. It is a process commonly used in medical technology which provides the blade with superior corrosion resistance and gives it a refined dark appearance. The jet-black damascus creates a contrast between the deep black surface and the shiny edge, reminiscent of the dark sky of a new moon and the silver glow of a crescent.Â
Important for re-sharpening:
During sharpening, the black surface treatment may wear off partially. For a complete restoration of sharpness and aesthetic appearance, professional sharpening is recommended.
HANDLE:
The blade was fitted with an octagonal traditional Japanese (wa) handle, made out of ebony wood with an octagonal shape, so it will fit equally well into the hands of right- or left-handed users. Ebony is used because of its incredible features (hardness, strength, and rich aesthetic, including its dark color, visible grain), and rich cultural heritage.
ABOUT THE BLACKSMITH:
TOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. TOJIRO's focus on advanced technologies, together with their insatiable dedication for constant improvements of their knives and materials, makes TOJIRO's knives a must-have in any kitchen. TOJIRO's main focus? Sharpness! A big bonus is their great team which we are always very eager to meet and talk to! đ
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TOJIRO Santoku Sakuya 165mm (6.5")
The TOJIRO Santoku Sakuya 165mm (6.5") is an excellent choice if youâre looking for a versatile, low-maintenance Japanese knife thatâs also budget-friendly. Made from stainless steel with a traditional wooden handle and minimalist blade finish, it offers classic Japanese aesthetics and reliable performance at an affordable price.
BLADE SHAPE:
Santoku is a versatile kitchen knife that will shine through all kinds of chopping and cutting on the kitchen board. Meat lovers will only miss a little bit of length with larger pieces of meat. Did you know that the word santoku means "knife of three virtues" in Japanese? The word san is number three, meaning that it can be used to prepare vegetables, fish and meat.
STEEL:
The core is made of VG-10 steel coated with 13 Chrome Stainless Steel, offering professional sharpness with easy maintenance.
VG-10 steel is stainless steel with relatively high Carbon (C) content (1%), 15% Chromium (Cr), 1% Molybdenum (Mo), 0.3% Vanadium (V) and 1.5% Cobalt (Co). The combination of Cr, Mo, and V forms a lot of hard carbides, making the steel abrasion resistant which translates to long-lasting, smooth sharpness. Heat treated to the hardness of 60-61 HRC.
GEOMETRY:
It has a double bevel (50/50 symmetrical) blade.
BLADE FINISH:
The highlight of this series is the surface treatment withelectrochemical oxidation. It is a process commonly used in medical technology which provides the blade with superior corrosion resistance and gives it a refined dark appearance. The jet-black damascus creates a contrast between the deep black surface and the shiny edge, reminiscent of the dark sky of a new moon and the silver glow of a crescent.Â
Important for re-sharpening:
During sharpening, the black surface treatment may wear off partially. For a complete restoration of sharpness and aesthetic appearance, professional sharpening is recommended.
HANDLE:
The blade was fitted with an octagonal traditional Japanese (wa) handle, made out of ebony wood with an octagonal shape, so it will fit equally well into the hands of right- or left-handed users. Ebony is used because of its incredible features (hardness, strength, and rich aesthetic, including its dark color, visible grain), and rich cultural heritage.
ABOUT THE BLACKSMITH:
TOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. TOJIRO's focus on advanced technologies, together with their insatiable dedication for constant improvements of their knives and materials, makes TOJIRO's knives a must-have in any kitchen. TOJIRO's main focus? Sharpness! A big bonus is their great team which we are always very eager to meet and talk to! đ
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The TOJIRO Santoku Sakuya 165mm (6.5") is an excellent choice if youâre looking for a versatile, low-maintenance Japanese knife thatâs also budget-friendly. Made from stainless steel with a traditional wooden handle and minimalist blade finish, it offers classic Japanese aesthetics and reliable performance at an affordable price.
BLADE SHAPE:
Santoku is a versatile kitchen knife that will shine through all kinds of chopping and cutting on the kitchen board. Meat lovers will only miss a little bit of length with larger pieces of meat. Did you know that the word santoku means "knife of three virtues" in Japanese? The word san is number three, meaning that it can be used to prepare vegetables, fish and meat.
STEEL:
The core is made of VG-10 steel coated with 13 Chrome Stainless Steel, offering professional sharpness with easy maintenance.
VG-10 steel is stainless steel with relatively high Carbon (C) content (1%), 15% Chromium (Cr), 1% Molybdenum (Mo), 0.3% Vanadium (V) and 1.5% Cobalt (Co). The combination of Cr, Mo, and V forms a lot of hard carbides, making the steel abrasion resistant which translates to long-lasting, smooth sharpness. Heat treated to the hardness of 60-61 HRC.
GEOMETRY:
It has a double bevel (50/50 symmetrical) blade.
BLADE FINISH:
The highlight of this series is the surface treatment withelectrochemical oxidation. It is a process commonly used in medical technology which provides the blade with superior corrosion resistance and gives it a refined dark appearance. The jet-black damascus creates a contrast between the deep black surface and the shiny edge, reminiscent of the dark sky of a new moon and the silver glow of a crescent.Â
Important for re-sharpening:
During sharpening, the black surface treatment may wear off partially. For a complete restoration of sharpness and aesthetic appearance, professional sharpening is recommended.
HANDLE:
The blade was fitted with an octagonal traditional Japanese (wa) handle, made out of ebony wood with an octagonal shape, so it will fit equally well into the hands of right- or left-handed users. Ebony is used because of its incredible features (hardness, strength, and rich aesthetic, including its dark color, visible grain), and rich cultural heritage.
ABOUT THE BLACKSMITH:
TOJIRO is one of the top 5 largest Japanese kitchen knife manufacturers. They are renowned across Japan and internationally for their top-quality knives for a reasonable price. TOJIRO's focus on advanced technologies, together with their insatiable dedication for constant improvements of their knives and materials, makes TOJIRO's knives a must-have in any kitchen. TOJIRO's main focus? Sharpness! A big bonus is their great team which we are always very eager to meet and talk to! đ
