Friodor ice-hardening process strengthens blade and prevents staining
Ergonomically designed 18/10 stainless-steel handle
Editorial Review:
One of the most versatile knives in your kitchen, this 7-in. Hollow Edge Santoku knife is used for slicing, mincing and chopping. In Japanese, its name means "Three Benefits" and you'll find at least that many uses for this popular knife. It's from Henckels Twin Select line, combining a professional level of blade sharpness with an updated and sleek stainless ergonomic handle. Made of 18/10 stainless, the slightly curved handle adds comfort to your kitchen performance.
Lighter than a cleaver yet heavier than a chef's knife, Henckels 7-inch santoku knife finds the perfect balance between the two. This all-purpose tool comfortably meets any day-to-day kitchen cutting need--hearty enough to handle chicken bones, yet slightly curved and sharp enough to rapidly chop vegetables or mince garlic. The cutting edge features a series of small, oval-shaped grooves designed to trap air during use and prevent food from adhering to its sides. Precision forged in Germany by renowned knife manufacturer Henckels, the blade features high-carbon steel construction. A unique Friodor ice-hardening process further strengthens the cutting piece and prevents staining. Fitting the hand comfortably, the 18/10 steel handle creates a cohesive look. Measuring 12-3/4 inches by 1-3/4 inches by 3/4 inches overall, this knife comes with a lifetime warranty and is dishwasher-safe. Regular sharpening will maintain excellent performance for years and years. -- Amy Arnold
From the Manufacturer
The Twin Select range is a master blend of function and design. These forged knives feature ergonomic 18/10 stainless-steel handles combined with blades made from J.A. Henckels's exclusive high-carbon, no-stain steel formula. The result is a beautiful, award-winning knife that exudes elegance and is a pleasure to use. The Twin Select line contains knives for all tasks, including the following open stock knife types: parer, bread, sandwich, carving, chef's, santoku, and others. Twin Select knives are also available in a range of block sets and gift sets, to be sure that your cutlery needs are covered.
A Higher Standard in Knife Construction
Twin Select knives are precision forged from a single piece of exclusive-formula, high-carbon, no-stain steel under the all-new Sigmaforge standard. As a result, these knives have improved quality consistency, lasting sharpness, and perfect geometry. Sigmaforge one-piece construction also provides high precision and improved stability of the blade and steel structure, thus improving cutting-edge retention for lasting sharpness. In addition, Twin Select knives use J.A. Henckels's Friodur ice hardening for corrosion resistance, a process that also contributes to cutting-edge retention.
New Ergonomic Handle Technology
The Twin Select series features comfortable, ergonomic stainless-steel handles that accommodate each hand size while improving function, convenience, and safety. These patented handles are hygienic, colorfast, and break-proof (USA Patent #5791055). The quality of Twin Select can be recognized by the Zwilling J.A. Henckels logo featured on the end of the handle.
Features:
Sigmaforge one-piece, precision-forged construction: Provides perfect geometry, high precision, and improved stability of the blade and steel structure, thus improving cutting-edge retention for lasting sharpness.
Laser-controlled edge: Is sharper and stays sharper longer. Has a more consistent blade angle.
Friodur ice hardening: Maximum no-stain properties and more blade strength. Improved resistance to corrosion and pitting.
Super bolster: Provides weight, insures safety, and adds balance.
Full rat-tail tang: Provides a proper balance and greater strength.
High-carbon, no-stain steel, an exclusive J.A. Henckels formula: Nonstaining, nonrusting.
Precision-honed blade: Is sharper and stays sharper longer.
Ergonomic 18/10 stainless-steel handle: Safer and more convenient to use for any hand size.
Dishwasher-safe: Easy care (although hand washing is recommended by J.A. Henckels).
Full warranty: J.A. Henckels stands behind all its knives.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
What a great knife!:
I particularly like that this knife series is completely metal from tip to end. The heft of the piece makes chopping and slicing very easy, just letting the weight of the knife do the work. There's a nice balance point towards the front of the handle and the ergonomic handle is shaped in such a way that it still feels natural to place your fingers on the back of the blade for chopping duties. Very nice!
