XITUO 7-Inch Japanese Damascus Santoku Knife with Octagonal Wood Handle
Elevate your kitchen craft with the XITUO 7-inch Santoku Knife — a professional-grade blade engineered from 67-layer VG10 Damascus steel for outstanding sharpness, durability, and timeless beauty. Whether you're chopping, slicing, dicing, or julienning vegetables, fruits, and meats, this versatile santoku delivers exceptional precision with every cut.
Key Features
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67-Layer Damascus Steel Blade: Forged from high-carbon VG10 Damascus steel with a stunning layered pattern. The blade achieves a hardness of 60 ± 2 HRC through vacuum heat treatment, ensuring long-lasting sharpness and superior edge retention.
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Razor-Sharp Edge: The blade angle exceeds 60°, delivering a finely polished, ultra-sharp cutting edge that makes quick work of vegetables, fruits, and proteins alike.
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Corrosion-Resistant Construction: The Damascus steel is highly resistant to rust and corrosion, keeping your knife performing beautifully for years to come.
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Exquisite Damascus Pattern: The distinctive forged Damascus wave pattern is not only visually stunning but also a mark of expert craftsmanship — perfect for both everyday use and display.
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Ergonomic Octagonal Wood Handle: The hand-crafted octagonal wood handle features a smooth, polished surface with clear natural grain, offering a secure and comfortable grip during extended use. Designed with ergonomics in mind to reduce hand fatigue.
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Multifunctional Design: Ideal for professional chefs, culinary enthusiasts, and home cooks. Suitable for chopping, shredding, slicing, and dicing.
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Thoughtful Gift Packaging: Arrives in a high-quality gift box with a protective knife cover — a wonderful gift for any cooking enthusiast.
Specifications
| Brand |
XITUO |
| Knife Type |
Santoku Knife |
| Blade Length |
17 cm (7 inches) |
| Handle Length |
13 cm |
| Blade Material |
67-Layer VG10 Damascus Steel |
| Handle Material |
Octagonal Wood |
| Blade Hardness |
60 ± 2 HRC |
| Blade Angle |
>60° |
| Certification |
CE / EU |
| Country of Origin |
Made in China |
Perfect for Every Cook
From professional chefs to passionate home cooks, the XITUO Santoku Knife is designed to handle the full spectrum of kitchen tasks. Its balanced weight distribution and ergonomic handle provide confident control whether you're prepping a quick weeknight meal or crafting an elaborate dinner spread.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes Damascus steel different from regular kitchen knife steel?
A: Damascus steel is crafted by folding and forging multiple layers of high-carbon steel — in this case, 67 layers with a VG10 core. This process creates a blade that is exceptionally hard (60 ± 2 HRC), highly resistant to corrosion, and capable of holding an extremely sharp edge far longer than standard stainless steel knives. The layering also produces the knife's signature wavy, artistic pattern.
Q: Is this XITUO Santoku knife suitable for beginners as well as professional chefs?
A: Absolutely. The XITUO 7-inch Damascus Santoku Knife is designed for all skill levels. Its ergonomic octagonal wood handle provides a comfortable, secure grip for novice home cooks, while the ultra-sharp VG10 Damascus blade and balanced construction satisfy the demands of professional chefs and culinary experts alike.
Q: How should I care for and maintain this Damascus steel knife?
A: To preserve the blade's sharpness and finish, hand wash the knife with mild soap and warm water immediately after use, then dry thoroughly. Avoid the dishwasher, as harsh detergents and heat can damage both the blade and the wood handle. Store in the included knife cover or on a magnetic knife strip. Hone regularly and sharpen with a whetstone as needed to maintain peak performance.
Q: Does the knife come with gift packaging?
A: Yes! The XITUO Santoku Knife is presented in a high-quality gift box and includes a protective knife cover, making it an excellent and thoughtful gift for any home cook, culinary student, or kitchen enthusiast.
Production & Packaging Notice
To maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. While the core quality, materials, and product specifications remain identical, you may notice slight variations in the packaging design, manufacturing origin, or the wording of the printed instructions.