Kanetsugu Pro-M Santoku Knife 17 cm

The Kanetsugu Pro-M Santoku 170 mm is a versatile and handy kitchen knife that can be used for most kitchen tasks.

The Kanetsugu Pro-M series of kitchen knives are very popular knives from this Japanese manufacturer, in a classic Western style. The blades of these knives are forged from a single piece of AUS-8 stainless steel, using the “monosteel” technique. During hardening, the steel undergoes heat treatment, known as “sub-zero treatment,” during which the blades are rapidly cooled to -70°C. As a result, the blades achieve a hardness of 59+/-1 HRC. These knives are distinguished by their very good cutting properties, which are due to proper heat treatment and a convex, “hamaguri ba” grind. It is worth noting that the finish of the knife and the fit of the handle are unmatched among other knives in a similar price range.

The handle is made of dark Pakka wood, which has been impregnated to make it completely moisture-resistant. The ergonomically contoured handle is very handy and provides a secure grip, even during long periods of work in the kitchen.

Seki Kanetsugu is a manufacturer from the city of Seki in Japan, famous for the production of kitchen knives. The brand was founded in 1918 by Matsujiro Kawamura, a descendant of Kanetsugu, a famous manufacturer of samurai swords (1336-1392).

Specifications:

• Type: Santoku knife
• Blade length: 170 mm
• Total length: 295 mm
• Blade height: 42 mm
• Blade thickness: 1.7 mm
• Handle: pakka wood
• Steel: AUS-8, monosteel
• HRC: 59+/-1
• Grind: double bevel
• Weight: 140 grams