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Step 1: Rinse
Warm water and mild soap after each use. Never put your knife in the dishwasher; the harsh detergents and jostling will damage the edge and handle.
Step 2: Dry
Towel dry immediately. Don't leave it wet or in the sink; even stainless steel can develop spots if left damp.
Step 3: Store
Use a knife block, magnetic strip, or blade guard. Never toss it loose in a drawer; it dulls the edge and is a safety hazard.
That's it. No special maintenance, no fussy rituals. Your Shimeru knife is designed for daily use, and with these three steps it'll stay razor-sharp for years.
Every knife comes in its own presentation box, ready to give as a gift.
Hikari 光 7" Damascus Steel Professional Santoku Knife 三徳包丁
This breathtaking 7" Hikari Damascus Santoku Knife is individually forged from 67-layer Japanese Damascus Steel with an HRC Rating as high as 62 for unparalleled hardiness and performance.
33-layers of Damascus on each side surround the Japanese VG10 Steel Core. Built to last and retain sharpness so that you will never need another santoku knife again.
The Hikari Santoku Knife features integrated full-tang moulding from blade to handle, which allows for increased force and leverage, making it useful against even the toughest of meats and vegetables.
The handle is perhaps our most practical and stunning handle design yet; it's a Pakka wood handle that is full of deep wooden colours, and will glisten beautifully in your kitchen.
The handle is also completely waterproof, heat-resistant, and non-slip, so it will feel absolutely wonderful in your hand. Finally, there is a Blossom Plum Rivet on the handle to enhance both the look and feel.
Achieve culinary perfection in style with the Hikari 7" Damascus Steel Professional Santoku Knife.
Crafted from professional-grade, heat-treated high-carbon steel, Shimeru Knives deliver exceptional sharpness, durability, and edge retention. From the first slice, you’ll experience the precision that sets us apart.
Engineered for unmatched sharpness: razor-sharp blades that elevate your culinary experience.
Shimeru Knives feature uniquely designed handles that not only add a sophisticated touch to your kitchen but also provide a comfortable, secure grip for effortless chopping and slicing.
With a double-bevel edge sharpened to 15° (compared to the standard 20-25° of most Western knives), our blades allow for noticeably smoother, faster cuts.
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Bought this for my husband for his birthday and hes obsessed. He said its a massive upgrade from the cheap set we had. The damascus pattern is really pretty and the handle feels solid, like its all one piece. I was nervous ordering a knife from China but it arrived in like a week and was in a nice box. He's been breaking down chickens and slicing onions with it and says the edge just doesnt quit.
Got this santoku about a month ago and its become my go to for pretty much everything. The flat profile makes it so easy to chop veggies without that rocking nonsense. Out of the box it was scary sharp, like sliced through a ripe tomato with zero pressure. I've been using it daily and haven't had to touch it up yet which is wild for the price. Came well packaged too.
Really nice knife, holds an edge well. I've been using it daily for a couple weeks now and it still slices tomatoes clean. Only wish it was a little longer, I have bigger hands so the 7 inch feels a tad small for breaking down larger squash. Not a dealbreaker though, I just reach for my chef knife for those. Grip is comfortable and the full tang gives it good balance. Would definitely buy again in a larger size if they ever make one.
Got this for my husband's birthday and he hasn't put it down since. The 7 inch santoku is perfect for everyday stuff - onions, peppers, herbs, you name it. The flat profile makes push chopping super easy and the edge is scary sharp out of the box. Used it on a whole chicken last night and it went through the joints like nothing. Damascus pattern looks even better in person, my husband keeps wiping it down after every use lol. Way better than his old kitchenaid knife. For the price this thing is a steal!
Knife is okay. Looks really nice with the damascus cladding and all, and it came sharp enough. But for $95 I was expecting something a little more special. Its a bit on the heavier side which makes it feel sturdy but I got tired after a big prep session. Edge retention seems fine so far, used it daily for about two weeks. Maybe I just had higher hopes because of the VG10 steel. Not bad but not sure I'd buy it again at this price.
Got this santoku a few weeks ago and its quickly become my go to for pretty much everything. The damascus pattern looks awesome and the blade is insanely sharp out of the box. Ive been using it for onions, peppers, even sliced up a pork tenderloin no problem. Handle feels solid and the weight is nice. Massive upgrade from my old Chicago Cutlery set. Only thing is I wish it came with a sheath but not a big deal.
Got this knife a couple weeks ago and honestly was skeptical because of the price for damascus but this thing is legit. Used it to slice through a butternut squash like it was butter and the edge is still scary sharp after daily use. The flat profile makes chopping onions way easier than my old German chef knife. Handle feels solid, full tang and all that. Came in a nice box too. Only thing is it's a little heavier than I thought but I actually like the weight now for tougher stuff.
I got this for my husband for his birthday and hes obsessed. The knife is gorgeous in person, the damascus pattern is really pretty. Its super sharp out of the box and after a few weeks of almost daily use its still slicing through tomatoes like butter. We use it for everything from veggies to cutting up a whole chicken. Came well packaged too. For the price this is a steal honestly.
Knife is ok. Sharp when I got it and cuts fine but for $95 I expected a little more. The handle is comfortable enough but the knife feels heavier than I like for a santoku. I keep going back to my old cheap knife for quick jobs cause this one feels a bit clunky. Not bad just not great.
Ok so I was skeptical about spending this much on a single knife but I get it now. The damascus pattern is even prettier in person and out of the box it was scary sharp. Used it to slice through a butternut squash like it was butter and the flat profile really does help with push cuts. Been using it every day for a little over two weeks and the edge is still super clean. Handle is comfortable for my medium hands. Came well packaged too.
