Shun Classic 5 1/2-Inch Santoku Knife

Stocking your kitchen is all about getting the tools that work best for you. May we suggest you try the Shun Classic 5 1/2-inch Santoku? In size, it's between our small and full-sized santoku. This in-between weight and size make it perfect for medium-sized kitchen tasks, from slicing carrots and shallots to chopping herbs to cutting chocolate or butter. Cooks with smaller hands or those who simply prefer a smaller, lighter knife may find that this smaller santoku becomes a top go-to knife.

Key Product Features

• A smaller, lighter santoku youll reach for again and again
• Hand-sharpened 16 double-bevel blade (32 comprehensive)
• Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 34 layers each side (68 total) stainless Damascus cladding
• Handle: D-shaped ebony PakkaWood
• Blade length: 5.5 in. (14.0 cm)