{"product_id":"couteau-santoku-japonais-16cm-nakata-erable-bs2-artisanal-p243","title":"Nakata Erable BS2 Handcrafted Japanese Santoku Knife 16.5cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTraditional handcrafted design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWusaki Nakata Erable BS2\u003c\/strong\u003e 16.5cm \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/santoku-knives-c27\"\u003esantoku knife\u003c\/a\u003e is made entirely in Japan by the renowned Tadafusa cutlery workshop, based in Sanjo (Niigata), known for its long-standing artisanal tradition. The blade is meticulously shaped by hand, following processes inspired by the ancestral techniques of blacksmiths of old. This knife lets you combine style, tradition and efficiency!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA premium-grade alloy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from Japanese Blue Steel n°2, our \u003cstrong\u003esantoku knife\u003c\/strong\u003e has plenty going for it. This alloy, enriched with carbon (1.2%), stands out for its exceptional hardness (62-63 HRC). This trait means a long-lasting cutting edge, for outstanding cutting efficiency. Use after use, this knife keeps its edge, giving you clean results every time. On top of that, it's a steel that's easy to sharpen, saving you time despite its rigidity. It also has a protective stainless steel coating that shields it from corrosion and impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA sturdy maple wood handle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wusaki \u003cstrong\u003eNakata Erable BS2\u003c\/strong\u003e santoku knife has a handle made of maple wood. This exceptionally dense species offers enhanced resistance to impact, moisture and wear. Built for daily use, maple is a reliable material that ensures long-term durability. What's more, the grain of each knife is unique!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNo detail left to chance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outer stainless steel layer has a magnificent Nashiji finish, giving each knife its own authentic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is then sharpened on a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/whetstones-c15\"\u003ewater stone\u003c\/a\u003e by an expert, at a different but very pronounced angle, making cutting even easier still.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePleasant to hold, to use and to look at, the knife will quickly become an indispensable asset in your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe recommend hand-washing it, then drying it with a microfiber cloth to avoid unsightly moisture marks, and storing it somewhere dry. It's important never to let the handle get too wet, even when washing it. Note that the coloring near the cutting edge gradually turns a dark blue shade even with proper care, due to the steel's reactivity. This poses no danger.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/1141\/1030\/files\/santoku-nakata_a3d24c25-57bc-4622-8adf-aac0ff77d7b7.png\" alt=\"santoku nakata\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eA great choice for upgrading your cutting equipment\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"WUSAKI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51978970726742,"sku":"HLWEDG-CDC-S165SMP","price":154.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/1141\/1030\/files\/125340.jpg?v=1788871125","url":"https:\/\/www.wusaki.com\/en\/products\/nakata-erable-bs2-handcrafted-japanese-santoku-knife-16-5cm-p243","provider":"Wusaki","version":"1.0","type":"link"}