Zwilling J.A. Henckels Pro Santoku

The unique curvature of this blade allows you to use a rocking motion similar to a Western chef's knife, while maintaining the precision and thinness of a traditional Asian Santoku. This makes it exceptionally efficient for mincing herbs or chopping smaller vegetables.

No, the Granton edge—the series of small indentations along the side of the blade—creates air pockets that prevent food from clinging to the steel, allowing for smoother, faster slicing.

The half bolster allows you to grip the knife closer to the heel, providing better control and comfort. It also ensures you can sharpen the entire length of the blade from heel to tip without the bolster getting in the way.

This 5-inch Santoku is designed for precision prep work like slicing, dicing, and mincing. It is not intended for heavy-duty tasks like cutting through bone or frozen foods, which could damage the fine edge.

While the FRIODUR ice-hardened steel is designed for lasting sharpness, you should hand wash and dry it immediately after use to prevent corrosion. We recommend using a honing steel regularly to maintain the edge alignment and professional sharpening as needed.