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Zwilling Kanren Santoku Knife, 7"

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Named for the Japanese word for "connection," the Zwilling Kanren collection celebrates the bond formed while cooking and eating together. Uniting German engineering and Japanese craftsmanship, each 48-layer Damascus-style blade is forged from high-performance carbide stainless steel and hand honed using the three-step Honbazuke process. Triple-riveted Micarta handles feature Zwilling's signature curved bolster, promoting a secure grip and comfortable, fatigue-free cutting.
- 7" Asian-style chef's knife is an everyday favorite for chopping and slicing meat, fish, poultry and vegetables.
- Each 48-layer Damascus-style blade is hand honed in high-performance FC61 fine-carbide stainless steel for exceptional resistance to corrosion, stains and chips.
- Zwilling's signature curved bolster and Micarta handle are ergonomically designed for safe, comfortable handling.
- BPA-free.
- Handcrafted in Seki, Japan.
Dimensions & More Info
- 7" blade, 4 3/4" handle.
- 7.8 oz.
- Made in Japan.
Use & Care
Use
- Always use caution when handling sharp objects.
- Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as stone, metal or glass.
- It is not advisable to use any knife but a meat cleaver to cut through bone, as other blades can be easily damaged.
Care
- Hand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent; rinse and dry immediately.
- Avoid cleaners containing bleach or citrus extracts.
- Sharpen as needed. With regular use and honing once a week, you should not need to sharpen your knife more than once or twice a year.
- Sharpen your knife at home using a whetstone or knife sharpener designed to sharpen between a 9- and 12-degree angle, or have it sharpened by a professional.
- Store knife in a safe place to protect its edge and prevent injury.
Customer Reviews

S***G

Quality knife

Perfect for almost everything. I am not a fan of a chef's knife, this Santoku knife is the perfect size for my hand and I use it every single day. It's beautiful too. It's amazing the difference a sharp, quality knife makes.

Ar****ae

My New Everyday Knife

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love love this new knife. It has a nice balanced weight to it, making chopping and slicing in the kitchen effortless. The edge is super sharp, and the blade overall os amazingly crafted. I'm very pleased with my Christmas gift to myself.

A***5

Amazing Blade

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Has a nice hefty weight to it that feels just right. Not too heavy to be awkward but heavy enough to give you perfect balance when slicing, chopping, etc. It's my new favorite kitchen blade.

F***a

Perfect for all my slicing needs

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Well made all purpose knife, lightweight, very precise on dicing, slicing and mincing. Perfect for all my slicing needs!

J**7

Form & Function

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great combination of German design and Japanese craftsmanship. Balance of hardness (edge retention) and durability (resistance to chipping).

Stu*******s37

Perfect fit for my hands.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great balance, and sharpness. I have big palms and the handle fits perfectly in my hands. Cuts and slices extremely well. A blast to use.

R***44

Where have you been all my life

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Excellent chopping and dicing with this rocking knife

Fl*****e1

ZWILLING Kanren knife

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Knife is easy to use and feels great in the hand. Very sharp right out of the box. I would definitely recommend.

Km*****27

Excellent quality!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My new favorite knife! Beautiful & great quality.

Jas*******ver

Perfect Japanese/Western Hybrid Knife

I have had my eye on this series for a few months. I have had a set pf Pro S knives for 20 years and they have been great; however, after buying a Santoku many years ago, I have grown to prefer a slightly thinner blade for most slicing and chopping. While I like the idea of Japanese knives such as Shun and Miyabi, I was wary of the chipping issue that can occur with such hard steel blades. My wife and kids tend not to be as careful as I am. Also, I could not find a Japanese style handle that felt comfortable in my hand. I think I am hardwired to prefer the weight distribution and grip of a western style handle. The Kanren series solves both of these problems. The FC61 steel is a nice compromise between edge retention, sharpening ease and durability. The Kanren handle fits perfectly in my hand. The bolster allows an easy transition between a traditional grip and a pinch. Initially, I did not like the look of the flare at the back end of the handle, but, after a few minutes of use, found it really served well as a anchor point for the back of my hand when using a traditional grip. The Damascus steel is visually stunning but it does not have as many layers as many other knives, so the effect can be a little subdued. Not a problem for me. All in all, I have found the perfect knife for me. I also have the Nakiri and look forward to learning the potential of this blade style. Over the next few months, I will definitely add the 5.5 prep and possibly the chef’s knife to this collection.

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