This santoku knife has a smaller blade which gives the user a bitmore control. When the friction-reducing Granton edge is factoredin (characterised by the narrow oval indentations along the blade)you have a knife that'll allow rapid and efficient work.<br><br>Quality, functionality, durability and design: these are thedefining characteristics of Scanpan's stylish and affordableClassic range of kitchen knives.<br><br>Scanpan Classic knives are hot-drop forged from single blanks ofhigh-grade German stainless steel and individually tested againstrigorous standards to ensure that each blade has been accuratelytempered to a consistent hardness of 57 HRC.<br><br>With ergonomic rubberized handles that provide a secure grip evenwhen wet and surgically sharp tapered cutting edges, ScanpanClassic knives make a welcome addition to any kitchen.<br><br>