{"product_id":"tadafusa-blue-2-santoku-knife-170mm-nashiji","title":"Tadafusa Blue #2 Santoku Knife 170mm Nashiji","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Santoku is one of the most popular Japanese all-purpose knife shapes, designed to handle a broad range of everyday kitchen prep. Its relatively flat cutting edge works particularly well for chopping and push cutting, making it a great choice for vegetables, meat and fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 170mm, this is a really useful all-round size, offering plenty of blade without feeling overly large or cumbersome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Shape \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade features a Nashiji finish, named after the textured skin of a Japanese pear. The subtle, matte texture gives the blade a simple, understated appearance that suits the practical nature of the knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe knife is finished with a Western-style walnut handle, combining the familiar feel of a traditional Western knife handle with the warmth and natural variation of walnut.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTadafusa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTadafusa are based in Sanjo, Niigata, one of Japan’s most important centres for metalworking and knife production. Founded in 1948, they produce kitchen knives using a combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern production techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir knives are particularly well known for being practical, approachable working tools, designed to offer excellent Japanese cutting performance without being overly delicate or fussy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cutting core is made from Aogami #2, also known as Blue #2, a traditional Japanese high-carbon steel. Blue #2 contains added tungsten and chromium, giving it excellent edge retention while retaining the sharpness and sharpening characteristics associated with Japanese carbon steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe carbon steel core is clad in stainless steel, leaving only a small amount of reactive steel exposed around the cutting edge. This gives you much of the performance and character of Blue #2 while making the knife considerably easier to care for than a fully reactive carbon steel blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stainless cladding is low maintenance, but the exposed Blue #2 cutting edge is reactive and will naturally develop a patina with use. It can also rust if left wet or dirty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways hand wash and dry the knife immediately after use, particularly after cutting acidic ingredients. Never put a Japanese kitchen knife in the dishwasher and avoid cutting frozen foods, bones or other very hard ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade shape – Santoku\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker – Tadafusa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel – Aogami #2 \/ Blue #2 Carbon Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCladding – Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length – 170mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade finish – Nashiji\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle – Walnut Western Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in – Sanjo, Niigata, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with all Japanese knives, slight variations in finish and appearance may occur from knife to knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge Verification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou must be aged 18 or over to purchase this knife. Age verification is required when purchasing knives from Community Cutlery, and age and identity checks may also be required on delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Community Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56341891580289,"sku":null,"price":136.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/4970\/3819\/files\/tadafusa-blue-2-santoku-knife-170mm-nashiji-9594034.jpg?v=1792454659","url":"https:\/\/www.communitycutlery.co.uk\/products\/tadafusa-blue-2-santoku-knife-170mm-nashiji","provider":"Community Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}