{"product_id":"japanese-damascus-shinku-santoku-knife-6-9-inch-17-6-cm-precision-blade","title":"Japanese Damascus Shinku Santoku Knife – 6.9-Inch (17.6 cm) Precision Blade","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eIt is no coincidence that top chefs all around the world pledge loyalty to the wide and thin universal knife, which translates to \"The Three Virtues.\" The Shinku Santoku allows clean slicing of fish, meat, and vegetables with a razor-sharp blade. Its long-lasting sharpness and exceptional durability make it a reliable companion for years of kitchen use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eThe blade measures 176 mm (6.9 in) with a height of 44 mm, crafted from 67 layers of Damascus steel surrounding a VG-10 core. Flat grinding on both sides ensures controlled, even cutting and supports left- and right-handed users. The uncoated surface allows direct contact with ingredients for natural feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003eWith an overall length of 313 mm (12.3 in) and weight of 0.218 kg, the knife feels balanced and composed in hand. Handles are made from colored resin with selected maple root wood, providing secure, ergonomic grips and fatigue-free control during extended preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eThis knife embodies quiet precision, durability, and long-term usability through disciplined construction. Personalized engraving is available for names or initials, with each engraved order delivered in a complimentary gift box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Damascus steel with VG-10 core, uncoated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003eBalance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evenly distributed for controlled cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coloured resin and selected maple root wood, ergonomic and comfortable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetables, fish, meat, and all-purpose preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 ± 2 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003eGrind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat grind on both sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003eGrinding Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eBlade Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1923\"\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 313 mm (12.3 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.218 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eA single knife defined by balance and control—crafted for precise performance and lasting refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOur Commitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🛡️ 20-Year Guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e Built to last a generation. 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