Tomihisa Matsuba AUS8 Santoku 180mm

Steel Type: AUS8 Stainless Steel

Handle Material: Compressed Composite Wood Handle

Rockwell HRC: 58

Blade Length: 180mm, 7 inch

Bevel: 50:50

About the Santoku: Santoku meaning "3 virtues" is a multipurpose knife that takes its name from its ability to handle, meat, fish, and vegetables.

About the Matsuba Series: Introducing the Tomihisa Matsuba Series, expertly crafted from the versatile and affordable AUS8 (INOX) stainless steel, renowned for its ease of sharpening and maintenance. This series is specifically designed to cater to those seeking a high-quality, handmade Japanese knife that is both simple and affordable. The Matsuba Series is the perfect combination of functionality, affordability, and simplicity.

About Tomihisa: Tomihisa is KUTO's own in-house brand of knives. The name "富久" Tomihisa derives from the name of the owner: "久富" Kutomi, with the Japanese Kanji characters reversed. The Tomihisa lines are curated using affordable and high-quality steels, which offer the optimal balance of easy maintenance, sharpening, and long-lasting sharpness. These knives are forged by master craftsmen from the regions of Tosa, Seki, and Sakai in Japan.