HOSHANHO Santoku Knife, Professional Kitchen Knife, Sharp Knife Blade with Ergonomic Handle, Gift Box

I initially bought the Nakiri from this brand (Hoshanho) which I recently reviewed. Now I have added this Santoku, both knives from their 'Loong' series. As with the Nakiri I am extremely pleased with this knife. Made from 3 layers of metal (can be seen at the ground edge of the blade) and a hardness of 62HRC....WOW if that is accurate this is one hard sharp blade. The design is very pleasing on the eye and the ergonomics of the handle means both my wife and myself find it comfortable to use....and as I write this the knife only arrived about 20 minutes ago...already used and reviewed...that's how good it is. The handle of Pakawood is very pleasant on the eye and is of traditional Japanese heritage and is normally found only on high end Japanese knives.. As I said in my review of the Nakiri this knife is 'not' Japanese made but Chinese. However a genuine Japanese knife of this kind it would cost at the very least 5 or 6 times the price of this...and that is for a cheap one. Would you really feel comfortable using something that expensive for fear of damaging the blade? I wouldn't. So these knives are the best option for everyday use, looks, ergonmics and all round good addition to any kitchen. There's a potential for a bit of inverse snobbery that could be attached to these knives......"Wow those knives look good, beautifully made and wow they are so sharp....must have cost a lot!"......We know they didn't. Now I have this Santoku and the Nakiri do I really need any more knives? Well these look so good, are so very good that I think it will come down to 'Do I really need another knife...Or want one? Who knows!!

Best knife ever, it does everything and it keeps the sharpness for quite a long time. Well balanced in your hand. I like the fact it doesn’t cost much.

Very sharp and good quality

Cracking knife, well balanced, cuts nicely. Love it

I found this knife comfortable and easy to use for preparing vegetables.

Well used and still sharp

Happy

Great quality knife.

Fantastic value. Great to use. Super sharp. The perfect all rounder!

Coltello ottimo sia come qualità prezzo che come affilatura e un rasoio usarlo in cucina e formidabile , poi l'impugnatura che te lo dico a fà...ergonomica in legno di Pakka....mai avuto un coltello cosi...straconsigliato.

Super couteau coupant hyper bien parfait pour la coupe de légumes

After 6 months i can say is very good.

si viene bastante afilado, y sus dimensiones son adecuadas en la empuñadura y en la hoja