great knife, beautiful sharp and balaced

I’ve wanted a quality, tip top knife for a LONG time. When I saw the price on this one, I had to have it. It’s first class all the way.

Some of the best craftsmanship I’ve seen Bob Kramer is an amazing knife maker. I love to show them off in my kitchen. They look amazing but they even cut better than they look.

A knife has never felt more natural in my hand. The blade holds a sharp edge and is nicely balanced.

I found myself grabbing the 7in more frequently than the 8in in the previous knife set I had. With that in mind, I decided to start this collection with the 7in Santoku. The knife is super balanced. The bulbous handle promotes a proper grip while cutting. The shape of the blade also gives you the advantage of the rocking motion for cutting finely. There is also a slight undercut just under the bolster. This is very necessary for extensive prep times. It definitely will save your fingers from rubbing against the blade. The knife is razor sharp out of the box. With the hardness of the steel (63 HRC), the edge will keep for a long time. One of the biggest selling points for me was that the blade is stainless steel. This blade will be a little bit more forgiving with corrosion compared to a carbon steel blade, for example. Great care still must be used, you cannot throw this blade in the dishwasher. Overall, the construction of the knife matches the price point. This knife will take care of you for a long time if you take care of it. I would recommend this knife for home cooks who are ready to elevate their collection, and collectors who are looking for something new!