Description
xElevate Your Cutting Experience
Meet the Shun Classic 7-inch Hollow Ground Santoku Knife, a multipurpose tool that blends traditional Japanese craft with modern steel science. The 7-inch blade is nimble enough for precise mincing and slicing, yet sturdy enough to handle vegetables, proteins, and fruits with confidence.
With a VG-MAX steel core and 68 layers of Damascus cladding, this knife delivers a razor edge and a striking Damascus pattern. The hollow ground scallops reduce friction and prevent food from sticking, helping you glide through prep work more smoothly. The D-shaped Pakkawood handle offers a secure, comfortable grip for both left and right-hand users, while the offset bolster protects knuckles during long chopping sessions. Handcrafted in Japan by skilled artisans, it embodies a heritage of precision and care that many cooks value.
Why this Santoku stands out
- All purpose design covers slicing, dicing, mincing and chopping with one versatile tool.
- Damascus clad blade combines beauty with practical food release due to smooth surface and edge geometry.
- VG-MAX core paired with 68 layered steel delivers sustained sharpness and reliable performance across tasks.
- Hollow ground indentations create air pockets that help prevent sticking and improve glide during cuts.
- Ergonomic D-shaped pakkawood handle provides a comfortable, secure grip for extended prep sessions.
- Balanced construction with a robust stainless bolster and end-cap adds knuckle protection and control.
- Traditionally crafted in Japan, reflecting a long-standing commitment to quality and attention to detail.
- While dishwasher safe in theory, hand washing is recommended to preserve the finish and longevity; a lifetime warranty supports long-term use.
Practical kitchen scenarios
- Chop vegetables and fruits into uniform pieces for even cooking and presentation.
- Slice proteins and firm fish with clean, precise cuts that hold shape.
- Minimize sticking on sticky ingredients thanks to hollow ground design.
- Slice herbs and citrus zest with finesse for flavorful prep work.
Note that results can vary with technique and care. This knife is designed to offer comfort, precision, and a sense of craftsmanship, presenting possibilities for smoother prep and confident handling in daily cooking routines.
FAQ
Q: Is the Shun Classic 7-Inch Hollow Ground Santoku knife dishwasher safe?
A: Hand washing is recommended to preserve the knife’s finish and edge.
Q: What tasks is this Santoku knife best suited for?
A: Versatile for chopping vegetables, fruits, and proteins, with hollow ground edges to reduce sticking.
Shipping & Return
xReturns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.
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