{"product_id":"vermicular-santoku-kitchen-knife-165mm","title":"VERMICULAR - Santoku Kitchen Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for everyday versatility, this Japanese Santoku knife combines exceptional sharpness with the durability and easy maintenance of a high-performance alloy blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 165 mm blade is crafted from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVPS powdered corrosion- and wear-resistant alloy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, hardened to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for excellent edge retention and precise cutting performance. Its slim 1.5 mm profile moves smoothly through ingredients with minimal resistance, making it a versatile choice for everyday food preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edouble-beveled edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is sharpened on both sides for balanced, predictable cutting performance and is suitable for both right- and left-handed users. Combined with the versatile Santoku blade shape, it handles a wide variety of ingredients—from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emeat and fish to vegetables, fruits, garlic, and fresh herbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Use it for slicing boneless chicken, pork, and beef, portioning fish fillets, chopping onions and cabbage, dicing carrots and other vegetables, slicing tomatoes and fruit, or finely mincing garlic and herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell suited to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eslicing, chopping, dicing, and mincing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this Santoku is designed to serve as an all-purpose knife for daily cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished with a distinctive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecast enamel handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the knife offers a solid, substantial feel in the hand while maintaining a clean, contemporary Japanese aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVPS Powdered Alloy Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – A corrosion- and wear-resistant high-performance alloy designed to deliver sharpness, durability, and excellent edge retention.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. 60 HRC Hardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Provides a refined, long-lasting cutting edge while maintaining the durability needed for everyday kitchen use.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile 165 mm Santoku Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – An ideal size for preparing meat, fish, vegetables, fruits, and herbs, from everyday meal preparation to more precise slicing work.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble-Beveled Edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Sharpened on both sides for balanced cutting and comfortable use by both right- and left-handed cooks. Ideal for slicing, chopping, dicing, and mincing a wide variety of ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlim 1.5 mm Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Moves smoothly through ingredients with reduced resistance for clean, precise cuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast Enamel Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – A distinctive and durable handle construction that gives the knife a substantial feel and refined appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy Everyday Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Dishwasher and dish-dryer safe for convenient care.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Crafted in Japan with an emphasis on cutting performance, durability, and practical everyday use.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 296 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 165 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 42.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 198 g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e VPS powdered corrosion- and wear-resistant alloy\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cast enamel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 60 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double-beveled\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Meat, fish, vegetables, fruits, garlic, and herbs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCutting Styles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Slicing, chopping, dicing, and mincing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dishwasher and dish-dryer safe\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough the blade is made from a corrosion-resistant alloy, rust may occur depending on use and storage conditions. 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