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Specifications
The Takamura Chromax Santoku 170mm is a handcrafted Japanese knife featuring a core of Chromax steel, a semi-stainless alloy known for its excellent edge retention and sharpness. Takamura, renowned for producing high-performance knives, has crafted this santoku to deliver exceptional cutting ability at an accessible price point.
The santoku, meaning "three virtues" in Japanese, is a versatile kitchen knife designed for multiple cutting tasks. It excels at slicing, dicing, and chopping a wide range of ingredients, including vegetables, fruits, boneless meats, and fish. This Takamura Chromax Santoku combines high-performance steel with efficient and precise cutting, making it an excellent choice for both home cooks and professional chefs seeking a well-balanced knife at a budget-friendly price.
Use: All-purpose knife for meat, fish, and vegetables
Finish: Tsuchime
Core Steel: Chromax
Hardness: 64-65 HRC
Steel Type: Semi-Stainless
Cladding: Stainless Clad
Blade & Handle Specs
Overall Length: 297mm
Blade Length (Heel to Tip): 171mm
Blade Height at Heel: 45.8mm
Spine Thickness:
At the handle: 1.8mm
At the heel: 1.7mm
Midway: 1.7mm
1cm from the tip: 1.2mm
Weight: 149g
Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: Pakkawood
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Saya/Sheath: Not included
Notes
For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Takamura Chromax Santoku, please refer to our care guide.
Handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives may have slight measurement variations.
Minor cosmetic differences, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs, are common in handmade knives.
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo • Dispatches within 24-48 hours • Full tracking from dispatch to delivery • 30-day returns on unused items Details
Care Guide
• Use whetstones for sharpening • Use wooden or rubber cutting boards • Keep clean and dry to prevent rust • Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods • Hand wash only - no dishwasher View Complete Care Guide
Why is the blade length different from the displayed size? The size in the product title is a nominal reference used by knife makers. The actual blade can be slightly longer or shorter due to handcrafting and traditional sizing. Each product page lists the exact measured length.
When will out-of-stock items be restocked? We carry limited, rotating stock. Once something sells out, we don't necessarily reorder it right away. It could be months before that item comes back, if at all. We bring in new knives regularly, but they're not always the same ones. Our newsletter is the best way to stay updated on new arrivals.
What payment methods do you accept? Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Shop Pay. No cash on delivery.
