Tanaka Shiro - Santoku 165mm

A Japanese classic forged from Shirogami # 1 (white) steel by Master Katsuto Tanaka. ULTRA sharp knife, but which requires a little more attention, a patina will form.

Style: Santoku
Blade: 165mm
Metal: Shirogami #1
Handle: Red sandalwood
Ferrule: Black pakkawood
Finish: Kurouchi
Blacksmith: Katsuto Tanaka

Easiness of sharpening: ★★★★★ 
Cutting edge retention:  ★★★★☆
Resistance to oxidation: ★★☆☆☆

Use & maintenance:

• Never cut bones or frozen products
• Never cut very hard foods
• Never put in the dishwasher
• Wipe off the knife immediately after use

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