Shun Classic Scalloped Santoku Knife 17.8cm

Three Virtues. Zero Sticking.

Experience the effortless versatility of the Shun Classic Scalloped Santoku 17.8cm - the all-purpose Japanese blade, upgraded with hollow-ground indentations that prevent food from clinging to the steel. Slicing, dicing, chopping - cleaner cuts, faster prep, less frustration.

The Specs

• Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 32 layers Damascus stainless steel cladding
• Edge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel (32° comprehensive)
• Blade length: 17.8cm (7 in.)
• Blade feature: Hollow-ground scallops for food release
• Handle: D-shaped ebony PakkaWood
• Origin: Handcrafted in Japan

The Santoku, Perfected

The Santoku is already the ultimate Japanese all-rounder - equally at home with vegetables, proteins, and fruit. The scalloped version takes it further. The hollow-ground indentations along the blade create air pockets that break suction, so thin slices of cucumber, potato, or cooked meat fall cleanly away instead of sticking. The VG-MAX steel core is clad in 32 layers of Damascus stainless steel, bead-blasted to reveal its flowing wave-like pattern, while the ebony PakkaWood D-shaped handle provides a secure, fatigue-free grip through even the longest prep sessions.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing
• Hone regularly with a Shun honing steel to maintain the 16° edge
• Sharpen with a whetstone or professional sharpening service when needed
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife block to protect the blade