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■Hypothetical New Price■
EU: over 50 EUR (plus shipping and import fees)
AU: over 60 AUD (plus shipping and import fees)
US: over 40 USD (plus shipping and import fees)
*All of the above prices are hypothetical estimates that I personally calculated. Actual retail prices may vary depending on the country and legal changes. While some brands or models may adjust prices by market or exchange rates, retail prices are generally set by the manufacturer or seller. These estimates are based on Tojiro, a brand widely sold in many countries, and are provided only as a reference.
■Item Description■
Condition : Excellent+ (1.5) / Sharpened (Balanced focus on sharpness and chip resistance) / No Box
Blade length : 6.5 inches (165mm)
Overall length : 11.8 inches (300mm)
Spine Thickness : 1.7mm
Item Weight : 5.7 oz (162g)
Blade Edge : Double-bevel
Construction/Method : Monosteel blade
Blade Material : MV Stainless Steel
HRC : 55-57
Handle Material : ABS Resin
Bolster : Stainless Steel
Country/Region of Manufacture : Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
Others : Not dishwasher-safe
・About this item
This is a Santoku knife made in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, one of Japan's leading cutlery production areas. It may not have outstanding performance, but it excels in ease of maintenance, being easily sharpened with a simple sharpener. The knife features a corrosion-resistant blade material and a durable handle structure, with the steel extending all the way through the handle for added strength. The handle is made of high-quality ABS resin, ensuring durability and a secure grip.
Five characters are written on the right side of the blade. The first two characters mean 'Nosyu,' which is the old name of Gifu Prefecture, where Seki City, where this knife was manufactured, is located. The next two characters mean 'Magoroku,' the name of a swordsmith who used to live in Seki City in the past. The horizontally arranged characters below them mean 'Molybdenum Vanadium Steel.' The last character means 'work.' The sticker on the handle means 'Santoku.' The writing on this knife is printed, not engraved.
There are a few minor scratches, but the blade shows no signs of wear. If it weren't for the scratches, it could easily be mistaken for new.
・What is Satake?
This company was founded in 1947 in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture. Those familiar with Japanese knives might associate the name Satake with affordable products. However, they also produce high-end knives that can cost several thousand dollars each. These knives are made to order, so they are rarely seen on the market. In my experience, their knives, regardless of price, tend to excel in ease of maintenance.
