Shun DM0718 Classic 7-Inch Santoku Knife: For Effortless Cuts

Tony B | March 25, 2011 | 0 Comments

A Santoku knife is an all purpose kitchen knife originating from Japan. Its blade is normally within the five to eight inches range, has a flat edge and a sheepsfoot blade which angles at approximately 60 degrees at the point. Loosely interpreted, “Santoku” means “three virtues” or “three uses”. This is in reference to the three cutting roles the knife does well – slicing, dicing and mincing.

Shun DM0718 Classic 7-Inch Santoku Hollow Ground Knife is part of the Shun Classic line. This versatile knife is the answer to many of your kitchen cutting needs!

The Look

This item is a cross between a cleaver and a chef’s knife, having a wide blade measuring 6-1/2 inches in length. The detailed depressions or scallops running along its cutting edge forms air pockets while in use, thus, preventing the food from sticking to the steel surface.

The Product

This Santoku knife makes use of Damascus steel. Not only is the product visually appealing, it also inhibits food particles from sticking to it and squashing the food.

What sets this apart from the others?

6-1/2-inch Japanese Santoku knife – ideal for chopping, mincing, dicing and slicing
Precision-forged stainless-steel blade – scalloped edge avoids food from sticking
Clad with 16 layers of stainless steel to produce a rust-free Damascus look
Durable D-shaped Pakkawood handle – comfortable offset steel bolster
Lifetime warranty – manufactured in Seki City, Japan

See the feedbacks of many convinced Shun DM0718 Classic 7-Inch Santoku Hollow Ground Knife users!

I would recommend this knife to anyone who really wants to have a great knife in their kitchen.

~ M. Kanai

This is the best kitchen knife that I have gotten. I have Kasumi, Kyocera ceramic, Henckels, plus some Japanese sashimi knives. This is the sharpest knife that I have gotten from the factory.

~ I. R. Yumori

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