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Hitohira Echizen SG2 Santoku 180mm Keyaki Zelkova Handle

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Description

What kind of knife is this?

An equally all-round knife as the gyuto but more orientated to homestyle cooking. Incredibly versatile on its own, easy to use, nimble and suitable for a wide variety of cutting tasks. The bunka is a version of the santoku but with a Kiritsuke tip. This style tip will excel in more delicate work while it still retains the all-purpose functionality of the santoku. 

Care Instructions

Stainless steel gets its name from the inclusion of chromium (10-13%) in the alloy, which forms a protective film that helps prevent rust and corrosion by acting as a barrier between the metal and oxygen.
While stainless steel knives are practical, functional, and easier to maintain than carbon steel, they are not completely maintenance-free. With improper care, they can still rust or develop pitting—after all, "stainless" does not mean "stain-free."

The level of corrosion resistance varies depending on the type of stainless steel used, but the basic principles of care are similar to those for carbon steel knives.

To maintain your knife, store it clean and dry, avoid air-drying after washing, never use the dishwasher, and steer clear of cutting extremely hard items like frozen food or bones.
The key advantage of stainless steel over carbon steel is a greater margin for error—its rust resistance is higher, making it easier to maintain with less worry.

Remember, not all stainless steels are the same. Just like with carbon steels, each stainless steel alloy has its own unique properties and performance characteristics, and should be judged individually.

Detailed Spec

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Profile: Santoku
Size: 180mm
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
Steel: SG2, Soft Stainless Clad
Handle: Keyaki Zelkova & Pakka Ferrule Octagonal
Total Length: 326mm
Edge Length: 181mm
Handle to Tip Length: 198mm
Blade Height: 50mm
Thickness: 1.8mm
Handle Length: 127mm
Weight: 139g
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Update: July 28, 2024

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