{"product_id":"shun-classic-scalloped-santoku-knife-178mm","title":"Shun Classic Scalloped Santoku Knife 17.8cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThree Virtues. Zero Sticking.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExperience 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 32 layers Damascus stainless steel cladding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel (32° comprehensive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 17.8cm (7 in.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade feature: Hollow-ground scallops for food release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: D-shaped ebony PakkaWood®\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Handcrafted in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Santoku, Perfected\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash only — never dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry immediately after washing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHone regularly with a Shun honing steel to maintain the 16° edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen with a whetstone or professional sharpening service when needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore on a magnetic strip or in a knife block to protect the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hale Imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29777205723214,"sku":"DM0718","price":210.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/1819\/3230\/products\/DM0718_HGsantoku.jpg?v=1578030238","url":"https:\/\/chefandaknife.com.au\/products\/shun-classic-scalloped-santoku-knife-178mm","provider":"Chef \u0026 a knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}