{"product_id":"ishizuchi-santoku-165-blue-2-kurouchi","title":"Ishizuchi Santoku 165mm Blue #2 Kurouchi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHandcrafted in Tosa, Japan, the Ishizuchi Santoku 165mm is a versatile all-purpose kitchen knife forged using traditional free-forging techniques. Featuring a Blue Steel #2 core clad in soft iron, it delivers exceptional sharpness, excellent edge retention and a rewarding sharpening experience. The rustic Kurouchi finish highlights its handmade character, while the octagonal walnut handle offers comfort and control for everyday cooking. Designed for vegetables, meat and fish, this Santoku is equally suited to passionate home cooks and professional chefs seeking authentic Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1227\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eExcellent edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003eEasy to sharpen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eGreat balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003eDouble bevel edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eVersatile all-purpose knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIshizuchi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTosa, Kochi, Japan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSantoku\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e165 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue Steel #2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCladding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft Iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKurouchi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble Bevel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound Walnut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandedness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbidextrous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"3572\" data-end=\"3591\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3572\" data-end=\"3591\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3593\" data-end=\"3823\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3593\" data-end=\"3610\"\u003eHand wash only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3611\" data-end=\"3639\"\u003eDry immediately after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3640\" data-end=\"3670\"\u003eNever place in a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3671\" data-end=\"3749\"\u003eApply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil if storing for extended periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3750\" data-end=\"3785\"\u003eSharpen using quality whetstones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3786\" data-end=\"3823\"\u003eAvoid cutting frozen food or bones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3825\" data-end=\"3950\"\u003eAs Blue Steel #2 is a high-carbon steel, a natural patina will develop over time. This is normal and helps protect the blade\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"kenro","offers":[{"title":"round","offer_id":45350693666951,"sku":null,"price":219.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Octagonal","offer_id":45350693699719,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0731\/7369\/6647\/files\/file_0000000027c081faa16ec0a89838b8cd_d10f6295-929b-4304-b724-fb1f401eef73.png?v=1785219173","url":"https:\/\/www.kenroknives.com.au\/products\/ishizuchi-santoku-165-blue-2-kurouchi","provider":"kenro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}