Nagao Tsubamesanjo 6.5-Inch Santoku Knife: Premium Japanese Craftsmanship in Molybdenum Vanadium Steel

Tsubame Sanjo Santoku Knife We estimated a balance between price and quality, and became the perfect knife for the first one. The blade is made of molybdenum vanadium steel manufactured in Japan, and the handle is molded together with polyacetal resin, and the blade is attached to a wet-honed blade by Niigata Sanjo kitchen artisans. The blade length is 6.5 inches (16.5 cm), and is the size of a regular santoku knife. It weighs 4.6 oz (135 g), not too light or too heavy. It can be washed in a household dishwasher, and it is easy to maintain everyday. Can be sharpened with a simple sharpener. Regularly dispensing it to sharpening with a whetstone will keep the blade sharper. The blade and handle are made of one piece molding, so it will not fall off. Designed by Nagao in Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture, and manufactured by Shimamura Industries, Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture. About Molybdenum Vanadium Steel Molybdenum vanadium steel is made of stainless steel cutlery with Molybdenum (Mo) which is less likely to be affected by temperature rise, and vanadium (V) which prevents it from becoming softer and stronger when tempering, making it highly resistant to wear and stickiness. It is highly resistant to rust and is not affected by temperature rise, so it is also used for surgical scalpels such as hospitals. Molybdenum vanadium steel has little impurities, and is characterized by a stainless steel knife with a blade that is good for holding the blade. It is also easy to clean because it is safe for household dishwashers. About Polyacetal Resin Polyacetal has excellent functions as 5 large engineering plastics. Its characteristics are abrasion resistant and high strength. It has excellent abrasion resistance due to its high self-lubrication, and it also has a creep resistance that can withstand use at high temperatures. It also has excellent electrical properties and excellent electrical insulation. *NOTE* Cannot cut frozen food, crustaceans, bones, etc. Rust resistant but not rust at all. Wipe away dirt and water before storing after use.