Koutetsu Chromax Santoku Knife 165mm Rosewood Handle

Koutetsu Chromax K-Tip Santoku 165mm – Rosewood Handle Koutetsu by Takayuki Shibata – Precision from Fukuyama Koutetsu is one of the house brands of Takayuki Shibata, a highly respected sharpener and knife maker based in Fukuyama, Hiroshima. His knives are characterised by very thin grinds and precise geometry, with a clear focus on edge performance. In use, this translates to clean cutting with minimal wedging, particularly in dense ingredients. Santoku – The Japanese All-Rounder Santoku translates to “three virtues”, referring to its suitability for meat, fish, and vegetables. With a flatter edge profile and a relatively low tip, it naturally suits push cutting and straight up-and-down chopping. Typically shorter and slightly taller than a gyuto, it offers good board contact and control, making it well suited to a wide range of everyday kitchen tasks. K-Tip (Kiritsuke-Style Tip) This santoku features a kiritsuke-style “K-tip”, giving it a more angular, aggressive point. It excels in precise tip work — fine slicing, scoring, and detail tasks — while still maintaining the versatility of a standard santoku. A subtle change in profile that provides a finer, more precise tip without affecting general use — and it looks ace. Chromax Steel – Semi-Stainless Performance Chromax is a semi-stainless steel developed to bridge the gap between carbon and stainless. It takes a keen edge and holds it well, with enough toughness for regular use. It’s less reactive than traditional carbon steels but not fully stainless, so it may develop a light patina over time. San Mai – Three-Layer Construction Constructed using san mai, with a hard Chromax core steel clad in softer stainless steel. This structure helps protect the core, improves durability, and reduces reactivity along the blade faces. Why We Like It A thin, precise santoku with a more defined tip than usual. The geometry keeps cutting resistance low, while the Chromax steel makes it practical for daily use. A strong option if you want something that performs like a laser but doesn’t demand full carbon steel maintenance. Specification Blade Length: 165mm Blade Height: ~48mm Steel: Chromax (semi-stainless) Construction: San Mai (stainless clad) Finish: Migaki (polished) Handle: Rosewood (yo handle) Hardness: ~HRC 64 Bevel: Double bevel Care Hand wash only. Dry thoroughly after use. Avoid prolonged contact with acidic foods and do not leave wet. Use a wooden or soft plastic chopping board and sharpen on whetstones to maintain performance. Age Verification This is an age-restricted product. Your age will be verified at checkout, and again by the courier on delivery. Orders cannot be left in a safe place or with neighbours — someone over 18 will need to be present to receive it.