SHIMOMURA Murato Classic Santoku Knife Founded in 1874 in Sanjo, one of Japan’s most renowned regions for cutlery, SHIMOMURA began as a maker of sickles and hoes. Over time, the company perfected steel forging techniques and expanded into producing high-quality stainless steel knives, scissors, and slicers. SHIMOMURA is committed to delivering exceptionally sharp cutting tools that are easy to use and maintain. Each SHIMOMURA knife undergoes approximately 35 steps from initial forging to final finishing. The blades are sharpened using the Wet Grinding technique, a highly skilled process where water is applied while sharpening to produce the Hamaguri edge. This results in a mirror-like polished blade capable of extremely fine cutting, with superior edge retention compared to standard knives. The Murato Classic series features VG-10 stainless steel, a premium steel widely used in professional kitchens for its high hardness, excellent edge retention, and ease of sharpening. Combined with a durable resin handle and stainless steel bolster, this knife offers maximum cutting performance with minimal maintenance. Specifications:
Type: Santoku Edge Length: 170 mm Total Length: 290 mm Cladding/Jigane: Stainless Steel Core Steel/Hagane: VG-10 Stainless Steel Handle: Resin with Stainless Steel Bolster Weight: 180 g Thickness at Spine: 2.07 mm Height at the Heel: 40 mm Hardness: 59-61 HRC Made in Japan Free Lifetime Sharpening for every knife purchased from Upscale Living The SHIMOMURA Murato Classic Santoku delivers precision, durability, and effortless cutting for professional chefs and home cooks alike.