KAI Shun Classic Santoku Knife with Granton Edge (18 cm)

€ 225.00

Ideal for slicing, cheese and cured meats, vegetables, and fruit.

The Santoku is a traditional Japanese all-purpose knife. Much like a chef's knife, it is designed to handle almost every cutting task in the kitchen. The name Santoku translates from Japanese as "three virtues" or "three benefits," referring to its versatility in slicing vegetables, meat, and fish.This Santoku knife features a blade with specially designed hollow-edge indentations (Granton edge), which help reduce friction and prevent food from sticking to the blade. As a result, the knife glides more smoothly through ingredients, making cutting easier and more efficient.

The SHUN CLASSIC series features a blade with a core made from VG-MAX steel – an exceptionally hard stainless steel with a hardness of 61 HRC. The core is clad with 32 layers of Damascus steel, providing outstanding strength while maintaining both hardness and flexibility. The forging process involves layering and forging multiple sheets of steel together, creating a distinctive wood-grain pattern. As a result, every knife has a unique blade design. SHUN CLASSIC blades are double-bevel sharpened.

The SHUN CLASSIC handle is crafted from durable Pakkawood – a composite material made from wood and resin that offers excellent resistance to moisture. Its ergonomic shape ensures a comfortable and secure grip, while the full tang construction provides exceptional balance and stability during use.

Category: Premium Series
Material: Blade – VG-MAX stainless steel; Handle – moisture-resistant Pakkawood (wood and resin composite)
Hardness (Rockwell Scale): 61 (±1) HRC
Dimensions: Blade – 18 cm, double-bevel edge; Handle – 12.5 cm
Origin: Handmade in Japan
Weight: 201 g

The KAI SHUN CLASSIC Series is one of KAI's most iconic knife collections, combining centuries-old Japanese craftsmanship with modern technology. Both the materials and blade profiles are inspired by traditional Japanese knives. With meticulous attention to every detail, KAI has created premium-quality knives that retain exceptional sharpness over time while offering striking visual appeal. The semi-matte Damascus blade pattern, paired with the elegant D-shaped Pakkawood handle, creates a refined design that is both beautiful and highly functional.

The Japanese brand KAI is renowned worldwide for its premium-quality knives and kitchen tools. Founded in 1908 as a family-owned company in the city of Seki, Japan, KAI has been crafting knives and culinary tools for more than 115 years. Rooted in the traditions of ancient Japanese craftsmanship, the company combines time-honoured techniques with innovative technology and the highest standards of quality to create products trusted by professional chefs and home cooks alike.