Mercer Culinary ZüM Santoku Knife

The grooves, known as a Granton edge, create small air pockets between the blade and the food. This reduces friction and prevents ingredients like potatoes or cucumbers from sticking to the knife while you slice.

No, this knife is not dishwasher safe. High heat and harsh detergents can damage the handle and dull the blade edge, so we recommend hand washing and drying it immediately after use.

Full-tang means the metal of the blade extends all the way through the handle. This design provides better balance, increased durability, and a more secure feel in your hand compared to knives where the blade is only partially attached.

The shortened bolster design exposes the entire length of the blade edge, which makes it much easier to sharpen or hone the knife all the way to the heel without the bolster getting in the way.

No, this knife is designed for precision slicing, dicing, and chopping vegetables and boneless meats. Using it on bones or frozen foods can chip or damage the fine edge of the blade.