Katana Saya Flame Olive Wood 12cm Santoku Knife

Katana Saya Flame Olive Wood 12cm Santoku Knife 

Product code KFO-01

    Katana Saya Flame Olivewood Range
    VG-10 Core Steel with Rainbow Damascus, HRC 60+
    Attractive wooden gift box included with Wooden Saya
    Natural Olivewood Octagonal Handle
    High quality Japanese Steel Blade

Originating from Japan, the term "Santoku" translates to "three virtues" or "three uses," emphasizing its proficiency in slicing, dicing, and mincing. Featuring a shorter blade with a straight edge, the Santoku knife excels in precise and controlled cutting. Its flat spine gracefully curves down to the tip, enabling a smooth rocking motion during chopping. This 12cm blade version is a more compact Santoku, making it versatile for various cutting tasks, especially adept at handling vegetables, fruits, and boneless meats. The straight edge enhances precision, ensuring consistently clean and uniform slices.

Building upon our expertise in making traditional VG-10 Damascus steel blades, ‘Flame’ embodies a new level of quality and opulence. Rainbow Damascus steel is a captivating variation of traditional Damascus steel, defined by its swirling patterns and multi-coloured finish. Developed from traditional techniques often reserved for the most esteemed Japanese bladesmiths, our blades come alive with a mesmeric display of copper and brass folded through the steel, creating a shimmering ripple reminiscent of flickering flames and burning embers. Beyond its visual allure, Rainbow Damascus Steel possesses exceptional performance. The VG-10 Steel core possesses supreme strength and durability expected from Katana Saya.

Razor sharp edges are sharpened to a 15° angle, attaining a Rockwell Hardness of 60-61 - A rating that stands up against any professional knife. The blades are forged using time-honoured techniques, layering and folding copper and brass between the steel. The result is a knife of unparalleled craftsmanship, remarkable sharpness, excellent edge retention, and resistance to corrosion. The natural olivewood handles unite the warm tones prevailing through the veins of the steel. The octagonal shape draws from the traditional handles fitted to bespoke knives from esteemed Japanese bladesmiths. The lightweight but durable shape has become a common favourite amongst professional chefs.

Whether you're a professional chef or someone who loves cooking at home, incorporating this Santoku knife into your culinary toolkit is indispensable.