The Opal Santoku Universal Knife is a kitchen essential. It's a dream tool when dealing with tiny ingredients. It's extremely versatile, perfect for snipping herbs, slicing tomatoes, and tasks like mincing garlic or ginger. The blade is crafted from damascus steel with a VG10 steel core and 66 layers of 431 and 304 steel. Hardened to 58 - 62 on the Rockwell scale and sharpened to a 16 - degree edge, it's incredibly sharp and looks great. The handle is made of grey pakkawood, a strong and long - lasting material. It comes with a grey leather sheath with a loop, so you can hang it up or store it in a drawer safely. Blade length: 12 cm. Specifications: Blade - Exclusive Damascus and VG10 steel; Hrc: 58 - 62 Rockwell; Edge: 16 degrees; Handle: Grey Pakkawood; Packaging: Grey leather sheath.
Using this Oyo Opal Santoku knife is a breeze. For cutting herbs, hold the knife near the blade tip and make quick, gentle cuts. When slicing tomatoes, use a smooth sawing motion. For chopping garlic or ginger, place them on the cutting board and press the knife down firmly. Remember to always cut on a stable surface. When it comes to maintenance, wash the knife by hand with mild soap and warm water right after use. Dry it thoroughly to prevent rust. Avoid putting it in the dishwasher as the harsh environment can damage the blade and handle. Store it in the provided grey leather sheath to protect the blade and keep it sharp for longer.
