Dexam - Forest & Forge 7"/18cm Beechwood Santoku Knife

Santoku knives are suited to precision cutting where thin cuts are required. Cutting technique differs too with cutting done on the forward 'push' rather than the backward 'pull'.
The perfect steel - The best knife blades are made from high chrome steel for sharpness and longevity, a high carbon level for maximum stainless quality, and hardness (Rockwell 53-55) that allows the knife to survive in hardworking kitchen, This Sheffield made knife is as sharp as the best combination of raw materials, skill and technology can make it.
 
* A delight to look at, to hold and, above all, to work with.
* Designed and forged in Sheffield from quality steel.
* Traditional, tactile wooden handle.
* Wood sourced from managed estates in England.
* Made to withstand use in the modern kitchen.
* Manufacturer 10 year gurantee
 
Sharpening and maintenance - To maintain its factory sharpness, sharpen your knife every 3 or 4 times you use it, using a manual or electric diamond sharpener at 20 degree angle. We believe the finest available come from Chef's Choice in the USA. Hand wash you Forest and Forge knife in warm soapy water and wipe dry as soon as possible.
Dishwashing should always be avoided, as should leaving wooden handled knives in water for any length of time.