{"product_id":"kietsu-lava-damascus-18cm-santoku-knife","title":"Kietsu Lava Damascus 18cm Santoku Knife","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience exceptional versatility with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKietsu Lava Damascus 18cm Santoku Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Inspired by the traditional Japanese all-purpose knife, this premium Santoku combines stunning craftsmanship with professional performance. Featuring a 67-layer Lava Damascus blade with a VG10 high-carbon stainless steel core, it delivers outstanding sharpness, balance and precision for slicing, chopping and dicing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18cm Santoku knife for versatile everyday food preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e67-layer Lava Damascus steel with unique brass and copper pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVG10 high-carbon stainless steel core for exceptional edge retention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRockwell hardness of 59–61 HRC for lasting sharpness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision-honed 16–18° cutting edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eErgonomic resin-cast carbon fibre handle with copper foil accents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriple-riveted with copper pins for strength and durability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfectly balanced for comfort, precision and control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKietsu Lava Damascus 18cm Santoku Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is designed to deliver effortless performance across a wide range of kitchen tasks. The Santoku blade excels at slicing meat, chopping vegetables and finely dicing herbs, making it one of the most versatile knives in any kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged from 67 layers of Damascus steel, each blade features Kietsu's signature Lava Damascus pattern, created by incorporating ribbons of brass and copper into the steel to produce a dramatic flame-like ripple unique to every knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of the blade is a VG10 high-carbon stainless steel core, renowned for its outstanding combination of razor-sharp performance, toughness and corrosion resistance. Hardened to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e59–61 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and finished with a precise \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16–18° edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it delivers clean, accurate cuts while maintaining exceptional edge retention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ergonomically shaped handle is crafted from resin-cast carbon fibre with elegant copper foil detailing, echoing the fiery character of the blade. Triple-riveted with copper pins for strength and durability, it offers outstanding balance and comfort for both professional chefs and passionate home cooks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: Kietsu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection: Lava Damascus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type: Santoku Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length: 18cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Construction: 67-layer Damascus Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCore Steel: VG10 High-Carbon Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Hardness: 59–61 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Angle: 16–18°\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material: Resin-Cast Carbon Fibre with Copper Foil Accents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRivets: Triple Copper Pins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u0026amp; Usage Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wash only and dry immediately after use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore safely in a knife block, sheath or magnetic rack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse on wooden or plastic chopping boards to help preserve the cutting edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHone regularly to maintain peak performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid cutting frozen foods or hard bones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge Restriction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou must be aged 18 or over to purchase this knife. 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