SAMURA Santoku Knife 180 mm Kaiju Series AUS-8 Steel Pakkawood Handle

Dull knives make prep work a chore and can be dangerous. The SAMURA Santoku Knife 180 mm from the Kaiju series solves this with a razor-sharp AUS-8 steel blade hardened to 58-59 HRC. Its 180 mm length is ideal for slicing, dicing, and mincing vegetables, fish, and boneless meats.

Who is it for

Home cooks and professionals who want a versatile, all-purpose kitchen knife that stays sharp and feels balanced in hand. The Santoku shape excels at push cuts and fine chopping.

Main features

• Blade length: 180 mm (7 inches) – perfect for everyday tasks
• AUS-8 stainless steel blade with hammered (Tsuchime) finish – reduces food sticking
• Hardness 58-59 HRC – holds edge longer
• Ergonomic Pakkawood handle – comfortable, durable, and moisture-resistant
• Full tang construction – strength and balance
• 17-degree edge angle per side – sharp out of the box

Specifications

• Knife type: Santoku
• Blade material: AUS-8 stainless steel
• Blade hardness: 58-59 HRC
• Blade length: 180 mm
• Overall length: 305 mm
• Blade thickness: 2.3 mm
• Blade finish: Hammered (Tsuchime) with satin edge
• Edge angle: 17 degrees per side
• Handle material: Pakkawood
• Handle type: Ergonomic, full tang
• Construction: Full tang
• Dishwasher safe: No (hand wash recommended)
• Series: Kaiju
• Primary use: Slicing, dicing, mincing, chopping

Tips

Hand wash with mild detergent and dry immediately to preserve the blade and handle. Use a honing rod regularly to maintain the edge, and sharpen with a whetstone when needed.