Shun Kanso 7" Hollow Ground Santoku Knife

Shun Kanso 7" Hollow Ground Santoku Knife

(4.6)
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Specifications

  • Blade Material: High Carbon Stainless Steel
  • Brand: Shun
  • Color: Multi-Purpose Kitchen Knife
  • Handle Material: Wood
  • Blade Edge: Plain

The Shun Kanso 7-inch Hollow Ground Santoku Knife is your go-to solution for a versatile kitchen knife that excels in a variety of cutting tasks. This Japanese steel knife is shorter than the traditional chef's knife, which enhances its maneuverability, making it ideal for slicing everything from fruits and vegetables to proteins. What sets this knife apart is its unique hollow ground indentations that significantly reduce friction while cutting, allowing you to glide through food effortlessly.

Crafted with AUS10A high-carbon stainless steel and reinforced with vanadium, this knife combines strength, durability, and precision. Its ergonomically designed tagayasan wood handle not only provides comfort but also acts as a bottle opener, emphasizing the knife's multifaceted design. Handcrafted in Japan, the Shun Kanso Santoku Knife embodies essential simplicity, making it an indispensable addition to your culinary toolkit.

Features

  • All-Purpose Kitchen Knife: Ideal for slicing vegetables, proteins, and fruits.
  • Essential Simplicity: Designed based on Zen principles for effortless performance.
  • Refined Sharpness: Made from AUS10A high-carbon stainless steel with a 16-degree edge.
  • Durable Handle: Features a contoured tagayasan wood handle for a secure grip.
  • Japanese Craftsmanship: Meticulously handcrafted in Japan with a focus on quality.

Pros

  • Razor-sharp blade provides excellent cutting performance.
  • Hollow ground indentations help prevent food from sticking.
  • Comfortable handle suitable for both left and right-handed users.
  • Multifunctional design with bottle opener feature.
  • Backed by free sharpening and honing services.

Cons

  • Higher price point compared to standard knives.
  • Requires regular maintenance to keep the blade sharp.
  • Not suitable for heavy-duty tasks like chopping bones.

Shun Kanso VG10 Steel Santoku Knife 7" – Price, Ratings, Reviews & Sales Insights

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What Customers Say

D
5 / 5

Best knives I’ve ever owned

I’ve bought two knives from this series and this is has become my main knife for everything. I love the lightweight feel the sharpness of the blade and the compact size. I couldn’t be happier. These knives are like little swords. Way higher quality than any knives I’ve used before. I’ve worked in kitchens for ten years and these are by far the sharpest knives I’ve ever seen right out of the box. Most kitchens I’ve been in carry lower end Wüsthof or dexter knives that have handles too large and uncomfortable for me. I realized my cuts aren’t as good as they were in my earlier years of cooking. With these Kanso knives I’m back on point with my cuts and because of the razor sharpness of the blade I find myself really paying more attention to detail and taking more pride in what I’m preparing as compared to hacking up some onions or tomatoes on the fly with a dull blade that just smashes through veggies. These knives slice effortlessly and I don’t actually know if it’s these blades giving me way more precision or if it’s just the excitement of ownership that reignited my passion for food prep. I like to think a bit of both come into play. Amazing knives I will definitely buy more from this series

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A
5 / 5

Good quality

Nice knife

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T
5 / 5

My second kanso knife!! Definitely won’t be my last

I have the utility version of this knife that I’ve had about four or five years. It’s finally need a sharpening.Did you know that Shun offers lifetime sharpening?!? I just set it off to them I paid the return fee came back to me like brand newThis is about their middle class line amazing balance, nice weight super sharp looks sexy-Even though it’s stainless, there is some carbon in there to hold a nice edge. It’s one of my favorite knives. I’m excited to use the Santoku.If you’re trying to get into a quality knife without breaking the bank, definitely look at these

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C
5 / 5

Very sharp, comfortable handle

Good value for the price. I haven't put this one through its paces yet, but as a kitchen professional, I have always been happy with the performance of Shun and Kai product lines. I'm sure this one won't disappoint.

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J
4 / 5

nice

great blade shape, quality and stylish finish, but the choice of blade steel for the price should be better.

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A
5 / 5

Awesome knife!!!

This is an awesome knife! I already had the 7-inch Kanso santoku, so I knew it would be great. It is well-balanced, VERY sharp, durable, and just the right size for small to medium jobs. It is a perfect addition to .g kitchen.

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R
5 / 5

Be careful! So sharp! Awesome knife!

There’s nothing like a sharp, well balanced knife in the kitchen and this knife is it! Be careful! It is VERY sharp! I love the feel and the look of this Shun knife and am very happy to add this to my Shun collection (just wish the handle was black like my other Shuns)

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