7-inch Santoku knife combines a knife and cleaver; ideal for slicing, dicing, and mincing
Crafted from 33 layers of VG Japanese stainless steel; Damascus-style blade
Integrated bolster design and ergonomic poly-resin handle for comfort and control
All-purpose design cuts meat, fish, and vegetables
Editorial Review:
A blade of many talents, Santoku literally means "three good things", referring to its masterful handling of slicing, dicing and mincing. Ultra-tough VG-1 Japanese steel is elegantly clad with an impressive 33 layers, providing ultimate sharpness and edge retention. Lifetime warranty.
Calphalon's Katana Santoku knife promises superior workmanship and practical versatility with just its name--"katana" refers to the sword carried by Japan's Samurai warriors, and "santoku" translates to "three good things." An ideal slicer, dicer, and mincer, this carefully crafted knife lives up to its noble moniker. The 7-inch Damascus-style blade is fashioned from 33 layers of VG Japanese stainless steel and shares qualities of both a cleaver and a knife. Whether it's cutting meat, fish, or vegetables, the surface remains exceptionally strong, resists rust and corrosion, and maintains its sharp cutting edge. Oval notches along the blade reduce friction so the knife moves through food freely. Adding security and style, the knife features an integrated bolster design, and the durable poly-resin handle sits in the hand comfortably. The tool measures approximately 11 inches long and comes with a lifetime warranty. For best results, Calphalon recommends washing it by hand and drying promptly. --Kara Karll
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
returnung purchase:
Knife needed to be returned to manufactor because of defect. All went well after three week delay.
I'm buying it again!:
My husband received this knife as a birthday gift 6 months ago and I've used it daily since ever since. The handle has nice smooth contours that don't hurt my hand. It's well balanced and stays sharp. Now we're getting a divorce and he kept the knife. I miss using it so much that I'm going to go to the Calphalon store tonight to get myself one! It's the perfect knife: beautiful and functional.
Bad Handle:
I have two of these knives. They are the best knives I have, and I have a lot of knives. The problem is the handle. I have had to send them back three times for cracking of the top handle. They have never seen the inside of a dishwasher, so heat is not the problem. I would still buy them again. They are that good.
My favorite knife -- the one I'm reaching for before I even know what I'm cutting:
I personally find the handle very comfortable on this knife. As with ANY knife, go to a good store and ask to demo it before buying -- some people love the grip, some people hate it. I find the weight and balance on this knife just right for my grip, and it holds its edge very well. I'd buy it again in an instant.
