Forged from remarkable expertise, the Kramer by ZWILLING Meiji knife series is a collaboration between ZWILLING J.A. Henckels and Bob Kramer, the first Master Bladesmith to specialize in kitchen cutlery. The potent core of FC61 fine carbide stainless steel is protected by 100 layers of nickel and stainless steel. Beneath its distinctive exterior, Kramer's distinctive etched ladder Damascus pattern provides added durability.Read More
Thanks to an innovative, ice-hardened process, the FRIODURx2 blades offer remarkable durability, sharpness, and cutting performance. The ergonomic charcoal Pakkawood handles have a complex curvature that mirrors the palm, ensuring a secure and supremely comfortable grip. Exquisite to hold and behold, the handles feature a decorative center pin handcrafted in Kramer's Washington workshop. Kramer by ZWILLING Meiji knives boasts 287 years of ZWILLING engineering prowess, Kramer's 19 years of forging experience, and 7 centuries of traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
These unparalleled knives are built to last a lifetime. The Santoku Knife is a Japanese style chef's knife that is perfect for most kitchen tasks. The blade shape lends itself particularly well to chopping and slicing.
Designed to fit Master Bladesmith Bob Kramer's exacting specifications
Fabricated from revolutionary FC61 fine carbide steel
Ice-hardened FRIODURx2 blade offer exceptional durability, cutting edge retention, and corrosion resistance
Mirror-polished blade have a distinctive etched ladder Damascus pattern designed by Kramer
Hand-honed Honbazuke blade boasts scalpel-like sharpness
Authentic, thin Japanese blade profile
Innovative D-Shaped Cocobolo (Pakka) Wood Handle
Hand wash only
Handcrafted in Seki, Japan
General Specs | |
| Product Weight (lbs.) | 0.48 |
| Color | Brown, Stainless Steel |
| Tang Type | Full Tang |
| Knife Type | Santoku |
| Blade Length | 7.09 |
| Handle Length | 5.31 |
| Blade Material | FC61 |
| Made In | Japan |
| Dishwasher Safe | No |
| Handle Length Centimeter | 13.5 |
| Blade Length Centimeter | 18 |
| Handle Material | Pakka Wood |
| Collection | Bob Kramer Meiji |
| Knife Block Included | Yes |
| Color Finish Name | Brown |
| Product Weight (kg) | 0.22 |
Characteristics | |
| Blade hardness (HRC) | 50-54 HRC |
| Type of handle | Concealed tang |
| Type of edge | Fine Edge |
| Edge finishing | Honbazuke edge |
| Manufacturing method | Welded |
| Blade hardness (HRC) | 60-62 HRC |
Measurements | |
| Length of product | 34.2 cm / 13.46 in |
| Width of product | 34.2 cm / 13.46 in |
| Height of product | 5.9 cm / 2.32 in |
| Handle width | 2.6 cm / 1.02 in |