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Shun Hikari Santoku Knife

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  • Named Hikari, after the Japanese word for "illumination," this masterfully crafted, lightweight knife is distinguished by its stunning birch PakkaWood handle & "hornet's nest" pattern. Extraordinarily sharp with a long-lasting edge, the blade has microserrations that reduce friction for clean, effortless slices that enhance the flavour of the food. This santoku is an exceptionally versatile, Asian-inspired multipurpose knife that combines the features of a chef's knife & a cleaver. Use it for mincing, paper-thin slicing, chopping & dicing.

    • Available in 5" & 7" size.
    • Shares the same award-winning construction as the Hikari chef's knife – named 2016's Kitchen Knife of the Year.
    • Dual-core stainless-steel blades are clad on each side with 71 micro layers of high-carbon, high-chromium stainless-steel to create a "hornet's nest" pattern reminiscent of a Damascus-style blade.
    • Exceedingly sharp cutting edges, hand-sharpened to a 16-degree angle, are long-lasting & easy to maintain.
    • Polished bolster promotes a comfortable chef's grip.
    • Durable birch PakkaWood handle resists moisture & bacteria & has a beautiful low-gloss finish.
    • Embossed endcap adds beauty & balance.
    • Handle offers a superb grip for both left- & right-handed users.
    • Handcrafted in Japan.