PRODUCT INFORMATION
The HAYABUSA Santoku 7in knife combines versatility, precision, and comfort, making it an essential tool for a wide variety of kitchen tasks. Its sharp, durable blade, ergonomic handle, and efficient design ensure that it performs well in both professional and home kitchens. The flat blade profile is perfect for chopping with a straight-down motion. The sheep’s foot tip enhances safety by reducing the likelihood of accidental cuts, making it a reliable choice for a busy kitchen. This knife is a true multipurpose tool, capable of handling a wide range of kitchen tasks including slicing, dicing, and chopping.
- For those who require a knife that stays sharp longer but also value durability.
- 3 layers; VG5 high-carbon stainless steel cutting core, SUS410 stainless outer layers.
- The VG-5 cutting core offers a well-balanced combination of edge retention, toughness, and ease of resharpening.
- SUS410 stainless steel provides a good balance of hardness, toughness, and corrosion resistance.
- Long-lasting 14-15 degree edge on each side enables precise cutting and slicing with less effort, resulting in cleaner cuts without crushing the food.
- Hammered finish, known as “Tsuchime” in Japanese, reduces drag during cutting for easier food release, while also embodying a connection to traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
- Red and black linen micarta handle is a high-quality, durable composite material known for its strength, moisture resistance, excellent grip, and ability to not harbor bacteria
- 61 Rockwell hardness.
- Stainless steel bolster.
- Full tang construction.
- Made with Japanese tamahagane steel.
- Handcrafted in Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture, Japan.
HAYABUSA Santoku 7in
SKU: 079914680141
$185.00Price
- TAMAHAGANE STEEL – History & Craftsmanship
• Centuries-old tradition: Dates back over 800 years to Japan’s feudal era; used in forging samurai swords.
• Name meaning: Tamahagane translates to “jewel steel” or “precious steel.”
• Smelted in tatara furnaces: Made using traditional charcoal-fueled clay furnaces with iron sand (satetsu) as the raw material.
KEY FEATURES
• High carbon content: Ideal balance of hardness and edge retention.
• Handcrafted refinement: Impurities are removed by repeated folding and hammering.
• Dense grain structure: Promotes long-lasting sharpness and a smooth cutting edge.
BENEFITS IN KITCHEN KNIVES
• Exceptional sharpness: Fine grain allows for an extremely precise edge.
• Superior edge retention: Holds its edge longer than many modern stainless steels.
• Cultural authenticity: Embodies the spirit of Japanese craftsmanship, tradition, and quality.
• Visual beauty: Often showcases a natural luster and layered finish evocative of classic blades.
