Name: Kanso 5.5'' L Santoku Knife
Brand: Shun
SKU: SUH1328
Price: 135 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.78 (9 reviews)

The Shun Kanso 5.5-inch Hollow Ground Santoku Knife is a multipurpose knife used for just about every cutting job in the kitchen. Slightly shorter than the standard chef's knife, this Japanese steel knife is easy to maneuver and works well as a fruit, protein and vegetable knife. Hollow ground indentations reduce friction while cutting, making it easier to glide through food. Made with AUS10A high-carbon stainless steel reinforced with vanadium and an angled, tagayasan wood handle, this all purpose knife is strong, durable and precise. The butt of the knife is designed to function as a bottle opener and allows for easy hanging on knife hooks. Supported by free sharpening and honing. Handcrafted in Japan, the Shun Kanso Santoku Knife adds essential simplicity to any cooking knife collection.

Additional Features

ALL PURPOSE KITCHEN KNIFE: The Shun Kanso 5.5-inch Hollow Ground Santoku Knife is expertly designed for all the basic kitchen cutting tasks and is shorter than a standard chef’s knife for increased agility and maneuverability.
ESSENTIAL SIMPLICITY: Named after a design principle influenced by Zen philosophy, the Kanso series reflects its definition, "simplicity." Created with the most essential elements, this Kanso knife delivers effortless performance.
REFINED SHARPNESS: Crafted from AUS10A high-carbon stainless steel refined with vanadium, this knife delivers razor-sharp precision with a 16-degree edge. Features hollow ground indentations for food release and friction reduction.
DURABLE HANDLE: Made with contoured tagayasan, known as “iron sword wood,” this full-tang handle offers a comfortable and secure grip for both left and right-handed users. The butt also functions as a bottle opener and hanging hook.
JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP: Each Shun knife is meticulously handcrafted in Japan, reflecting a legacy of traditional knife-making expertise and a dedication to superior craftsmanship. Supported by free sharpening and honing.

Features

Product Type

Santoku Knife

Product Care

Hand Wash Only - Towel Dry Immediately

Blade Material

High Carbon Stainless Steel

Blade Edge

Hollow Edge

Magnetic Blade

Yes

Tang Style

Full Tang

Handle Material

Wood

Handle Features

Non-Slip

Imported

Yes

Handle Color

Brown

Durability

Rust Resistant

Construction Features

Forged

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Kanso 5.5'' L Santoku Knife

$135.00

KitchenAid Can Opener

$19.00

Buy Both: $154.00

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars.

Mark T.

My wife liked a smaller santoku from our crummy knife block because it fit well in her hand and was more comfortable to use than my chefs knives but it was duller than Trump supporters. I decided to purchase this when it was on sale for a gift since Shun has a good reputation with their knives. It came plenty sharp and looks really nice on our magnetic knife strip with some other Japanese steel from my collection. My only gripe is that it doesn't hold its edge as long as I'd hoped it would. Fortunately, it was quick to sharpen on the wet stone and wasn't too difficult to get it back to gliding through produce.

12/24/2023

Rated 4 out of 5 stars.

Michelle H.

I love so much about the knife. The weight is good, it's sharp, and it does a good job. My one complaint is the back of the handle doesn't fit in my hand smoothly. I wish it continued with wood to the end.

12/23/2023

Rated 5 out of 5 stars.

Milissa H.

It's a great knife for cutting with precision smaller items.

05/11/2021

Rated 5 out of 5 stars.

Jeffrey H.

Bought this knife for a mother's day gift, my mother has said several times that she loves it, it has become her favorite knife.

05/11/2021

Rated 5 out of 5 stars.

Anonymous

Great smaller knife, well balanced and Shun sharp.

05/07/2021

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