{"product_id":"shun-premier-santoku-knife-18cm","title":"Shun Premier Santoku Knife 18cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExperience the Japanese All-Rounder Elevated to an Art Form\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Shun Premier Santoku Knife 18cm brings the versatility of the Santoku - slicing, dicing, and chopping vegetables, proteins, and fruit with equal confidence - wrapped in the hand-forged beauty and hammered tsuchime finish of the Premier line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 32-layer Damascus stainless steel cladding (each side)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge: Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel (32° inclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Hammered tsuchime finish for reduced drag and food release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 18cm (7 in.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Contoured walnut-coloured PakkaWood® with embossed end cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Handcrafted in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere Ancient Craft Meets Modern Steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach Shun Premier knife takes at least 100 handcrafted steps to complete. The VG-MAX steel core is clad in layers of Damascus stainless steel - and near the edge, where the steels meet, an undulating line forms that echoes the hamon of a traditionally tempered samurai sword. The hammered tsuchime finish creates a series of hollow-ground cavities along the blade that reduce drag and help food release cleanly. The Santoku's flatter blade profile excels at the up-and-down chopping motion, making it the natural choice for cooks who prefer a Japanese cutting style. The contoured walnut-coloured PakkaWood® handle is ambidextrous and nestles comfortably in the hand, while the embossed end cap adds balance and a premium finish.\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":29796195237966,"sku":"TDM0702","price":236.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/1819\/3230\/products\/29462699-1.jpg?v=1675123237","url":"https:\/\/chefandaknife.com.au\/products\/shun-premier-santoku-knife-18cm","provider":"Chef \u0026 a knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}