SATAKE CUTLERY Santoku Knife 170mm – VG10 Core 37-Layer Damascus, No-Bolster Japanese Kitchen Knife | Pakkawood Handle, Full Tang | 15-Degree Edge, Made in Japan

Features

• No-bolster design the difference serious cooks feel immediately: most kitchen knives have a metal bolster between blade and handle that adds dead weight, blocks the heel from sharpening, and forces an unnatural grip; this Santoku eliminates it entirely the full 170 mm blade is usable from tip to heel, the balance sits naturally in the hand, and the knife sharpens cleanly along its entire length; once you cook with a no-bolster knife, going back feels like a step backwards
• Santoku profile built for precision: the flat cutting edge and sheep's foot tip make this the natural choice for push-cutting through vegetables, herbs, and boneless proteins tasks where a standard round-tipped gyuto is imprecise; the 170 mm blade handles daily prep without the bulk of a full 8-inch knife; factory-sharpened to 15 degrees per side for a thinner, more accurate edge than most western chef knives at 2025 degrees; suitable for right- and left-handed cooks
• Edge that holds through the whole meal: the VG10 core reaches 6062 HRC harder than AUS-8 and most German stainless knives at 5658 HRC which means a thinner grind, a sharper edge, and fewer sharpenings; the 37-layer Damascus cladding adds structural resilience and the flowing wave pattern that makes every blade visually unique; stainless construction requires no oiling; hand wash and dry to maintain the blade and pakkawood handle
• Balance that disappears in your hand: at approximately 170 g with no bolster and a full-tang pakkawood handle, the weight sits at the balance point rather than forward in the blade reducing wrist strain through extended prep; full-tang construction means blade steel runs the full handle length for rigidity and zero flex; the triple-riveted pakkawood handle is moisture-resistant and stays grippy when wet; western-style ergonomic shape for long sessions; overall length 33 cm
• For cooks who want a better tool, not just a different one: the Houcho Series is made in Japan by Satake Cutlery in Seki City the historic centre of Japanese blade-making for cooks who have stopped compromising on what they work with; ships in a presentation gift box; suitable for birthdays, Father's Day, Christmas, housewarming, and culinary school graduation; hand wash and dry immediately; do not place in a dishwasher

Description

Ultra-sharp Japanese steel trusted by chefs around the world for its edge retention and durability. Every blade features a unique, wavy finish-crafted for strength, beauty, and zero pretension. Balanced, lightweight builds that feel natural in your hand. Designed for control, not just looks.

Blade Material: High Carbon Steel

Brand: Grumpy Dad CO

Color: VG10 Santoku

Handle Material: Pakkawood

Blade Edge: Plain

Brand Name: Grumpy Dad CO

Manufacturer: Grumpy Dad Co

Manufacture Year: 2025

Model Number: GD JK

Unit Count: 1.0 Count

Included Components: nothing

Blade Edge: Plain

Construction Type: Forged, Full Tang

Blade Material Type: High Carbon Steel

Handle Material: Pakkawood

Is the item dishwasher safe?: No

Material Type: VG10 Core Damascus Steel

BladeLength: 170 Millimeters

Item Length: 12 Inches

Size: 6.7"

Color: VG10 Santoku

Blade Color: Black