Misono 440 Santoku 180mm (7.1")

The Misono 440 series was created after years of consultation and fine-tuning with professional chefs. Crafted from 16 Chrome Molybdenum steel and sub-zero treated to increase edge-retention, durability and rust resistance. These knives are easy to maintain and sharpen easily. They are finished with comfortable, easy-to-grip, water-resistant wood handles and are center balanced to not tire your hand even after long hours of use. Why we love them: This line has the same beautiful fit and finish that Misono is known for, plus great edge retention and easy to sharpen. About this shape: Santoku, which means ‘three virtues’ in Japanese, is an all-purpose knife with a taller blade profile than a gyutou. Its three virtues are the knife’s ability to cut fish, meat and vegetables. Santoku have a flatter ‘belly’ than gyutou and can be used comfortably with an up and down chopping motion rather than a ‘rocking’ type cut.