Messermeister Four Seasons Santoku Knife 178mm

Experience German High-Carbon Stainless Steel in a Versatile Santoku Forged in Solingen

The Messermeister Four Seasons Santoku Knife 178mm is forged in Solingen, Germany from high-carbon stainless steel and hand-finished to a sharp working edge. A practical everyday santoku at an accessible price point, built to the same Solingen standard as the rest of the Messermeister range.

The Specs

• Steel: High-carbon German stainless steel (1.4116)
• Hardness: 58 HRC
• Blade length: 178mm
• Edge grind: Double-edged (50/50), hand-finished edge
• Handle: Synthetic polymer handle, full tang
• Origin: Solingen, Germany

The Santoku

The Four Seasons is Messermeister's entry into the German-made range - forged in Solingen, the city synonymous with German blade-making, and hand-finished to a sharp working edge. The santoku profile combines a flat cutting edge for push-cutting with a rounded tip for versatility across meat, fish, and vegetables. At 178mm it is a practical everyday size. The high-carbon stainless steel holds a reliable edge and resists corrosion well. The full-tang synthetic handle provides a secure, balanced grip.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing
• Hone regularly before each use
• Sharpen on a whetstone (1000/3000 grit)
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife block