Kai Seki Magoroku Hammered Santoku Knife - 165mm

The Kai Seki Magoroku Hammered Santoku is a 165mm all-rounder designed to excel at the three core cutting tasks — slicing, dicing, and mincing. The hammered finish is more than visual appeal: it helps food release easily from the blade, making prep work faster and cleaner.

What is a Santoku Knife?

The Santoku is a beloved all-purpose knife from Japan. Its name translates to "three virtues" or "three uses," which refers to its excellence at the three core cutting tasks: slicing (fish), dicing (vegetables), and mincing (meat). With its versatile shape and relatively flat profile, it's a staple in both home and professional kitchens, adept at handling a wide variety of ingredients with ease.

What's Included

• 1 x Kai Seki Magoroku Hammered Santoku Knife - 165mm

Also available as part of the Hammered 3-Piece Knife Set. Pairs with the Seki Multi Size Knife Guard or the Kai Double-Lock Magnetic Blade Guard for safe storage in a drawer or knife roll.

Key Features

• Tsuchime (Hammered) Finish: The beautiful hand-hammered texture creates small air pockets between the blade and the food, significantly reducing drag and preventing ingredients from sticking.
• High-Performance Steel: The blade is forged from high-carbon stainless steel, providing a razor-sharp edge with excellent durability and corrosion resistance.
• Durable Laminated Handle: The ergonomic, Western-style handle is crafted from strengthened laminated wood, offering a comfortable, secure grip and excellent water resistance.

Care Instructions

• Hand wash with warm water and mild detergent straight after use, then dry thoroughly before storing.
• Not dishwasher safe — heat and harsh detergents damage the edge and wooden handle.
• Do not cut frozen food or bones, and avoid twisting the blade.
• Sharpen regularly with a whetstone or knife sharpener to maintain the edge.

About Kai Corporation

Since the 13th century, Seki city stands at the core of the Japanese cutlery industry. This rich heritage extends over a century at Kai Corporation, renowned for crafting exquisite cutlery. Drawing from the venerable blade-making traditions of ancient Japan, contemporary artisans at Kai achieve blades of exceptional quality and aesthetic appeal.

Established in 1908, Kai Corporation has its roots in Seki city, Japan.

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