Chef's Knife (Santoku) -- 7-1/4 in. -- with Ironwood -- 52100 Carbon Steel

Product Description for Chef's Knife (Santoku) -- 7-1/4 in. -- with Ironwood -- 52100 Carbon Steel

Maker: Rose City Knifeworks (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 95885
Blade length: 7.25 in.
Total length: 12.60 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.00 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.09 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.08 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.04 in.
Item weight: 5.80 oz.
Shipment weight: 11.8 oz.
Blade: Ultra high performance 52100 carbon steel with a satin finish (Rc 63)
Bolster: Micarta
Handle: Ironwood
Description: Rose City Knifeworks was founded in Portland, Oregon by Joe Walters and Paul Kolba. Their goal is to create exceptional knives suitable for both the skilled amateur cook and experienced culinary professional. Their knives combine the best parts of tradition, design, and modern production to create high performance cutlery at an affordable cost.
The santoku is the traditional Japanese chefs knife. This comfortable design is a fantastic multipurpose chopper. The Santoku style has quickly become the new favorite for chefs in the West. The 7-1/3 inch blade is easily controlled, while the tall blade gives plenty of finger clearance over a cutting board. From chopping to slicing, this will be your go-to knife.
The blade is formed from 52100 carbon steel and tempered to Rc 63. 52100 is considered by many knifemakers and knife users to be among the best steels ever used for knives. Makers like Mastersmith Bill Burke, Bob Kramer, and Ed Fowler have shown how incredible this steel can be. This carbon steel takes an incredibly keen edge that just keeps on cutting. The distal tapered blade creates a perfect balance. Because this knife is made from carbon steel, we recommend using camellia oil to avoid rust. A rounded spine and choil ensures the knife will be comfortable even after hours of use.
The fusion style handle brings together some of the best aspects of traditional Japanese and Western handles. Warm toned ironwood is combined with a black micarta bolster and frame. For strength and durability, the handles are set with two stainless steel hidden bolt rivets. This ambidextrous handle is easy to grip and lasts a lifetime. Like other kitchen knives, this knife should not be put in a dishwasher.
The knife pictured is the actual knife you will receive.


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