JKC AUS8 Santoku 167mm

This compact Entry Level collection of the 3 most important knives in any kitchen is Stamp Forged from a 3 layer of Stainless Steel. A hard High Carbon AUS 8 core is clad with soft SUS 405 to achieve a high level of edge endurance whilst being consummately easy to resharpen.

The Pakkawood handle and distinctive Mosaic pin adds a touch of luxury and individuality normally reserved for knives of much higher price making these ‘bolster less’ knives of exceptional value.

SANTOKU (San – 3 & Toku – benefit): This is the classic Japanese chef’s knife.  It is flat from the handle end for about ½ way to the tip and then gently curves to a point. It is ideal for straight vertical chopping, horizontal slicing and roll cutting. Function – Multi-purpose chef knife. For Slicing, Dicing and Mincing of vegetables, meat and fish. Normal length – 165mm to 180mm (smaller 140mm are available in a few collections) Tip: The 170mm/180mm is the most popular multipurpose knife.