Satake Unique Sai Japanese Damascus Santoku Knife - 17 cm - The Versatile Artist of the Kitchen
The Satake Unique Sai Santoku knife is an exceptional approximately 6.7-inch (17 cm) Japanese Damascus kitchen knife, perfectly embodying versatility and precision in the kitchen. Whether you're chopping vegetables or slicing meat or even fish, this knife is an ideal companion. The characteristic recurved edge facilitates rocking motions for chopping, while the wide blade provides practical assistance for conveniently scooping up and transferring sliced ingredients. The comfortable, raised handle ensures a secure grip, preventing fingers from touching the cutting board or food. The blade is crafted from beautiful Damascus steel, which not only provides a unique appearance but also guarantees exceptional sharpness and durability. The Satake Unique Sai series is a unique fusion of Japanese craftsmanship and modern design.
The santoku (三徳) knife, whose name means "three virtues," originated in Japan during the Showa era (1926-1989) as a response to changing eating habits. Its direct predecessor was the bunka knife, inspired by the gyuto and nakiri knives. The name "santoku" refers to the knife's three main areas of use: slicing (thinly cutting meat, fish, and vegetables), dicing (the blade's straight edge allows for precise dicing), and chopping (the blade's shape and weight facilitate chopping vegetables and herbs). For this reason, it is often called the "three virtues knife." The popularity of the santoku knife spread worldwide at the end of the 20th century, and today it is considered one of the basic types of kitchen knives. The Satake Unique Sai Damascus santoku knife is the perfect harmony of traditional Japanese elegance and modern kitchen functionality.
Key Features:
- Satake Unique Sai Japanese Damascus santoku knife
- Approximately 6.7-inch (17 cm) blade length
- Blade material: Damascus steel for exceptional sharpness and durability
- Versatile use: chopping vegetables, slicing meat, slicing fish, dicing
- Recurved edge for easy chopping
- Wide blade for moving cut ingredients
- Comfortable, raised handle
- Unique Damascus pattern
- Elegance of the Satake Unique Sai series