Damascus Santoku (5-1/4 In.) With Cocobolo And Buffalo Horn

Product for Damascus Santoku (5-1/4 in.) with Cocobolo and Buffalo Horn

Maker: Brian Hanson (click to see more by this maker)

Price: $535.00

Item num: 105818

*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 5.75 in.
Cutting edge length: 5.25 in.
Total length: 10.75 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.00 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.07 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.04 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.01 in.
Item weight: 3.80 oz.
Shipment weight: 8.5 oz.
Blade: High/Low Ladder damascus forged from carbon steels
Bolster: Buffalo ferrule with nickel silver spacer
Handle: Cocobolo

: Brian Hanson is a bladesmith located in Washington State. He worked for over a decade as a fine dining chef in various Seattle restaurants, but during Covid he made the decision to change careers and start working as a bladesmith. He now makes high performance kitchen knives that he hopes fellow chefs will love to use both at home and professionally in the kitchen.
The santoku is the traditional Japanese general purpose chefs knife. This comfortable design is a fantastic multipurpose chopper that has quickly become a new favorite for chefs in the West. The shorter blade is easily controlled, while the blade height gives plenty of finger clearance over a cutting board. From chopping to slicing, this will be your go-to knife. At 5-3/4, this blade is long enough to get most any job done, yet easy to control.
The damascus blade is hand forged damascus, combining 1084 and 15n20 carbon steels to provide a high performance, long lasting edge. The damascus pattern is extremely engaging with lots of movement in the steel. The blade is extremely thin, allowing it to make quick work of fruits, vegetables, and meats. Brian’s maker mark is on the right side of the blade. Because this knife is forged from carbon steels we recommend using camellia oil to avoid rust and oxidation.
The ambidextrous Japanese-inspired octagonal handle is formed from cocobolo (Dalbergia retusa). Cocobolo is a warm toned wood that has long been prized for its durability. It is particularly resinous and holds up beautifully to the high demands of a professional or home kitchen. The handle is finished with a buffalo horn ferrule and nickel silver spacer. This knife has exceptional balance — it is a knife you won’t want to put down!
Excellent work throughout!

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