(2)

Hajimaru Migaki Nashiji Ko-Santoku 150mm

$118.00 USD

Knife Specifications

We strive to provide accurate measurements and photographs of our products. However, due to the handmade nature of many items slight variations may occur.

Style

Ko-Santoku

Blade Material

AUS8 Core, Stainless Nashiji Clad

Handle Material

Octagon Dark Maple

Bevel

Double

Maintenance Level

Low

Edge Length

150mm

Overall Length

275mm

Spine Thickness

1.9mm/1.9mm

Blade Height

39mm

Weight

88g

HRC

~59-60

An In depth look

Blade Type

The Santoku knife, a classic in Japanese kitchens, translates to "three virtues," symbolizing its proficiency in slicing, dicing, and mincing. With a shorter, versatile blade and a balanced design, it's ideal for a range of tasks, from cutting meat to chopping vegetables, making it a beloved all-purpose tool.

Steel Type

Japanese AUS8 steel is a high-quality stainless steel renowned for its balance of toughness and durability while still holding a good edge. It is on the softer side of most Japanese Stainless Steels, slightly softer than VG10 or Ginsan. Enriched with vanadium, it achieves a superior durability, making it ideal for crafting durable, sharp knives that withstand rigorous use.

Care Information

This knife is made with stainless steel and is easy going and low on maintenance. It has high chromium content, meaning it is generally considered safe to leave wet on the board for short periods of time. is still best practice to not leave this knife to air dry as it's stain-less not stain-none! Wipe down after washing the knife and store away from any sources of moisture.

Introducing

Hajimaru

Hajimaru translates to "Begin" or to "Start", and it's a fitting name for these Japanese knives that were designed to be the perfect entry point into upgrading your knives at home. They are well constructed from tried and tested materials like Ginsan and VG10, all crafted in the Seki area, are easy to maintain (and to gift) and won't break the bank.

Shop All Hajimaru