Tsunehisa Swedish Steel Washiji Santoku 170mm
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Free US shipping over $99. Orders are normally fulfilled within 2 business days; UPS Ground transit is typically 1–5 business days. Custom work may add 1–2 business days.
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Overview
The Tsunehisa Swedish Steel Washiji Santoku 170 mm marries a fine-grained Swedish 19C27 stainless core with a textured Washiji cladding, giving you laser-sharp cutting power, food-release finesse, and easy day-to-day care. At 170 mm edge length and just 145 g, it feels nimble yet confidence-inspiring—ideal for swift weeknight prep or pro-level mise en place.
Common Questions
Q: Is this Santoku good for everyday cooking?
A: Absolutely. Its mid-length 170 mm blade handles the “three virtues” of slicing, dicing, and mincing with ease, while the octagonal wa handle offers secure control for cooks of any skill level.
Q: How rust-resistant is 19C27 Swedish steel?
A: 19C27 is a high-carbon stainless that hardens to roughly 60–61 HRC, delivering edge life close to carbon steels but with corrosion resistance that simply needs a quick rinse and wipe-dry after use.
Q: Why the Washiji finish?
A: The lightly hammered, pear-skin texture not only looks artisanal but also creates micro-air pockets that reduce stiction, so sliced vegetables fall cleanly away from the blade.
Specifications
- Core Steel: Swedish 19C27 stainless
- Cladding Type / Finish: Stainless, Washiji texture
- Blade Length: 170 mm
- Overall Length: 300 mm
- Spine Thickness (Heel): 1.8 mm
- Blade Height: 46 mm
- Weight: 145 g
- Handle Material: Octagonal magnolia with buffalo-horn ferrule
- Hardness (HRC): ~60–61
All measurements are taken from one sample; handmade knives may vary slightly.
Shipping, returns and order protection
US shipping: Free on orders over $99. Orders are normally fulfilled within 2 business days, and UPS Ground transit is typically 1–5 business days after fulfillment. Custom handle installation or sharpening may add 1–2 business days.
Returns: Eligible purchases may be returned within 180 days with a free prepaid return label. Knives sharpened by Tokushu Knife or fitted with a custom handle remain eligible if they are otherwise new, unused, undamaged, and returned in their original packaging with all included components. The same refund terms apply.
Order protection: Every order is insured. If a package is lost or damaged, contact us at Tony@TokushuKnife.com and we will handle the claim.
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Steel, Construction and Care
Our catalog includes stainless, semi-stainless and carbon steels selected for edge performance and durability. Carbon steels may develop a patina, while stainless steels are designed to resist discoloration. Follow the care guidance on each product page, hand wash only and dry the knife promptly after use.
