{"product_id":"santoku-18-cm-blade-pakka-san-mai-collection","title":"Pakka San-Mai Collection - Santoku Knife - 18cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eClick\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Ow1gx2alYAg\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eto watch the product presentation video.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSantoku 18 cm - Pakka San-Mai collection\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSantoku means \"3 virtues\" in Japanese, as it can be used to cut meat, fish and vegetables at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Santoku's thin blade will allow you to slice and dice without ever crushing even the most delicate ingredients, so that they retain all their flavor. Additionally, the hammered blade reduces friction between the knife and the cut food so that it does not stick to the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged with three-ply AUS-10 steel, a premium steel that combines a high carbon content for hardness and edge longevity with the optimal amount of chromium to prevent oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hidden full tang – a single piece of steel running from the tip of the blade to the end of the handle – gives the paring knife ideal balance and exceptional durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJapanese precision, Western robustness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe best of both worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Handmade\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Japanese three-layer AUS-10 stainless steel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Full silk\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* black pakkawood handle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* HRC hardness: 61 +\/- 1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Weight: 189g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Blade 18 cm, total length 31 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Perfectly balanced\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Bamboo saya (sheath) included with each knife\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Lifetime warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSan-Mai - the new collection from KOTAI\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“San Mai” means “three layers” in Japanese, and refers to a traditional technique consisting of forging together three steels with complementary properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt its heart, a high-carbon AUS-10 steel core - tempered to reach a hardness of HRC 61 - gives the blade a very fine edge as well as excellent durability over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn either side of the cutting edge, two layers of softer steel protect this hard core, reinforcing the blade's resistance to impact and oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth precise and durable, the San-Mai blade offers an ideal balance between cutting performance, ease of maintenance and durability. Its refined aesthetic subtly reveals the steel junction line, the unique signature of its construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePakka San-Mai range\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGyuto, Santoku, chopper, bread knife, fillet knife, paring knife... The Pakka San-Mai collection offers a varied selection of blades to meet all your culinary needs. It is distinguished in particular by the composition of the handles made of black pakkawood, renowned for its antibacterial properties, water resistance and durability. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're right-handed or left-handed, this round, hand-polished handle lets you cook with confidence with a firm, comfortable grip providing superior control and a smooth cutting experience with every use. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeyond the aesthetic appeal, the hammering of the “Tsuchime” (槌目) blade creates small air pockets between the blade and the slices of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis ancestral Japanese method prevents food from sticking to the blade for pleasant and quick cutting.\t\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t\t\t\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KOTAI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56217314886011,"sku":"KT-SG-003-SM","price":89.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0002\/7600\/4882\/files\/1-KT-SG-003-SM.jpg?v=1776946456","url":"https:\/\/thebradery.com\/en\/products\/santoku-18-cm-blade-pakka-san-mai-collection","provider":"The Bradery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}