{"product_id":"couteau-chef-chinois-wusaki-padouk-20cm-p259","title":"Wusaki Padouk San Mai Chinese Chef's Knife 20cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe multi-tasking kitchen knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWusaki Padouk 20cm Chinese \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/gyuto-chefs-knives-c36\"\u003echef's knife\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is an indispensable tool for a whole range of cuts! Its versatile blade is ideal for thinly slicing vegetables, mincing boneless meat, crushing garlic cloves and finely chopping fresh herbs with precision. That said, to preserve its durability, it's best kept away from very tough ingredients such as squash, bone-in cuts or frozen food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTraditional San Mai construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:justify;\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eWusaki knife\u003c\/strong\u003e uses the Japanese \u003cstrong\u003eSan Maï\u003c\/strong\u003e technique, which involves forging a blade with a rigid steel core and a softer outer layer. The alloy used here is \u003cstrong\u003e440C steel\u003c\/strong\u003e: enriched with carbon, it gives the blade a fairly high hardness of \u003cstrong\u003e57 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e, while remaining supple enough to withstand impact and contact with bone. Enriched with 17% chromium, it offers good corrosion resistance, though regular care is needed to prevent oxidation. The layering, visible on the cutting edge, balances hardness and protects the core of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA lightweight, sturdy handle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:justify;\"\u003eThe handle of this knife is fashioned from \u003cstrong\u003epadouk wood\u003c\/strong\u003e, an exotic species native to Africa, valued for its resistance to moisture and its durability. This sturdy wood stands out for its warm reddish-brown tone, giving the knife a natural elegance. The join with the blade is firmly secured by a stainless steel bolster, while two stainless steel rivets reinforce the handle. The result is exemplary stability when handling the knife. Its ergonomic shape, suited to right- and left-handed cooks alike, offers a comfortable grip, and proves ideal for extended use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuality at an accessible price\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis\u003cstrong\u003e Wusaki kitchen knife\u003c\/strong\u003e, made in China, comes in an elegant storage box that offers optimal protection. To maintain its quality, it's essential to clean it by hand only, with a soft sponge, taking care not to wet the handle. After washing, wipe it dry immediately and store it in a dry place. Avoid putting it in the dishwasher or leaving it to soak in the sink, to preserve its integrity.\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\/padouk_2020_1a87f560-ff5a-4bea-b1df-8e7927d91e67.png\" alt=\"Padouk San Mai 20cm\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eKnives that combine elegance and sharpness\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WUSAKI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51978973675862,"sku":"HLWWUS-YM3L-8DC","price":54.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/1141\/1030\/files\/114861.jpg?v=1788871481","url":"https:\/\/www.wusaki.com\/en\/products\/wusaki-padouk-san-mai-chinese-chefs-knife-20cm-p259","provider":"Wusaki","version":"1.0","type":"link"}