{"product_id":"couteau-santoku-kiritsuke-japonais-artisanal-175mm-wusaki-hikari-sld-p332","title":"Wusaki Hikari SLD Handcrafted Japanese Santoku Kiritsuke Knife 17.5cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA versatile, precise shape\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ehandcrafted Wusaki \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/hikari-sld-knives\"\u003eHikari SLD\u003c\/a\u003e santoku knife\u003c\/strong\u003e has a 17.5cm blade suited to a wide range of preparations. Its profile blends the versatile edge of a santoku with a fine kiritsuke tip, useful for making precise incisions and working food with control. It can cut boneless meat, portion fish, mince vegetables or chop herbs. Handcrafted in Japan, this model suits demanding home cooks as well as professionals looking for maneuverability and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA fine SLD steel blade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is built on a three-layer \u003cstrong\u003eSan Mai\u003c\/strong\u003e construction. Its core, made of \u003cstrong\u003eSLD steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, enriched with around 1.6% carbon, reaches a hardness close to \u003cstrong\u003e63 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e. This structure delivers a rigid edge, resistant to wear and able to keep its effectiveness for a long time. Thanks to its flat grind, the blade penetrates food easily and produces consistent cuts. The mirror-polished finish gives this handcrafted blade a bright look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA well-balanced bubinga handle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 13cm handle is shaped from \u003cstrong\u003ebubinga wood\u003c\/strong\u003e, a dense wood species prized for its sturdiness and deep grain. Its brown to reddish tones naturally vary from piece to piece, giving each one its own identity. It is cut into an \u003cstrong\u003eoctagonal\u003c\/strong\u003e shape that guides finger placement and ensures a stable grip, whichever hand you favor. The absence of rivets keeps a clean line and supports a smooth transition into the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJapanese tradition and careful maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Japanese santoku \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kiritsuke-knives-c44\"\u003ekiritsuke knife\u003c\/a\u003e is forged in Japan using handcrafted methods that combine mastery of heat treatment, precise grinding and careful finishing. This cutlery tradition seeks a consistent balance between cutting finesse, maneuverability and edge endurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWash the knife by hand with a soft sponge and a mild soap, then dry it right away. Avoid the dishwasher, soaking, bones and frozen food. Store it somewhere dry and clean. A wooden or soft synthetic \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cutting-boards-c56\"\u003ecutting board\u003c\/a\u003e, along with sharpening on a water stone, will help preserve the edge.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/1141\/1030\/files\/SANTOKU_20KIRITSUKE_687ba104-09d2-4b79-a021-d28e932229b5.png\" alt=\"SANTOKU KIRITSUKE\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eChoose the art of Japanese craftsmanship\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Wusaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55111862747478,"sku":"HLWWUS-HK-HIKARI-KS170","price":119.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/1141\/1030\/files\/134878.jpg?v=1788871335","url":"https:\/\/www.wusaki.com\/en\/products\/wusaki-hikari-sld-handcrafted-japanese-santoku-kiritsuke-knife-17-5cm-p332","provider":"Wusaki","version":"1.0","type":"link"}