Schmidt Brothers Artisan Series Santoku Knife

Summary

Brothers Jordan and Jared Schmidt lend a designer's sensibility to the creation of their cutlery, and in the process have redefined the art of modern knife making. Their Damascus series combines German manufacturing excellence with high-carbon Japanese stainless steel that's skillfully layered, forged and folded for unparalleled performance. Ergonomic handles are expertly carved from coconut with full tangs for optimal balance and smooth contours for a comfortable grip. The santoku knives combine the features of a chef's knife and cleaver, making them ideal for chopping and slicing fresh vegetables, fruits and small cuts of meat.

• Blades are forged from 65 layers of high-carbon VG10 Japanese stainless steel.
• Designed to maintain their razor-sharp edges.
• Resin-infused coconut handle.
• Full tang construction and ergonomic contours promote comfort and balance.
• Made in Germany.

Dimensions & More Info

• 5" Santoku: 5" blade, 4 3/4" long blade; 16 oz.
• 7" Santoku: 7" blade, 5 1/4" handle; 16 oz.
• Made in Germany.

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 or frozen food, as the blade can be easily damaged.

Care

• Hand-wash with warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse and dry immediately.
• Sharpen once or twice monthly, ideally with Schmidt Brothers pull-through sharpener to maintain ideal blade angle.
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• Store knife in a safe place to protect its edge and prevent injury.