Sukenari HAP-40 Series HAP-2BB Wa Santoku 190mm (7.4 inch, Octagonal Bocote Wood Handle with Water Buffalo Horn Ferrule)
Ā Hitachi HAP-40 is currently one of the most mysterious and attractive steels produced in Japan. This hi-tech powdered metal steel alloy has a very rich chemical position and, when it is forged and heat-treated properly, we believe that it probably offers better cutting performance and edge retention than any other high-quality Japanese steel.
Ā Sukenariās knowledge of traditional forging processes and their extensive experience with modern, high performance, steels proved to be invaluable while perfecting these new HAP-40 knives.Ā Master Hanaki, Sukenariās innovative and energetic knife maker and Master forge-smith, has successfully managed to extract the best cutting performance and edge retention from these HAP-40 knives (HRc. 68). They are perfect for customers who love testing exotic hi-tech steels, or those who appreciate knives with outstanding cutting performance and edge retention.
Ā Master Hanaki believes that these new HAP-40 knives offer very competitive cutting performance and edge retention relative to his ZDP-189 and Aogami Super knives. In addition, HAP-40 offers better toughness than ZDP-189, – even when it is heat-treated to a higher Rockwell hardness. Consequently, Master Hanaki has confidence that the new Sukenari HAP-40 knives will prove to be some of the best performing and most practical knives that Sukenari offer.
Ā Sukenari HAP-40 knives are fitted with aĀ unique natural wooden texture of octagonalĀ Bocote wood handle, which has a buffalo horn ferrule. For safekeeping, this knife comes with a matching Black Lacquered woodĀ SayaĀ (Sheath) with a black pakkawoodĀ SayaĀ pin.
The tall blade and rounded nose / tip of the Santoku make it a versatile knife that is well suited to cutting meat, fish, or vegetables; Hence itās name, which literally means āThree-purposeā. The SantokuĀ is often recommended as a multi-purpose kitchen knife.
Specification
Knife Model: Sukenari HAP-40Ā SeriesĀ WaĀ SantokuĀ
Blade Material: Ā HAP-40Ā Clad
Rockwell Hardness (HRc): 68
Blade Grind and Edge Shape: Double Bevel Edge 50/50
Handle Material: Octagon ShapedĀ Bocote Wooden Handle with Water Buffalo Horn Ferrule
Saya Included: Yes. (Black Lacqured Wooden Saya)
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Wa Santoku 190mm (7.4″) |
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About Left Handed Version
This knife comes with 50/50 double bevel edge geometry for both right and left handed use.
For your information, Japanese Kitchen knives are generally designed for right handĀ use with a slightly thicker andĀ rounded grinding on the right side blade and a less rounded (almost straight flat) grinding on the left side blade.Ā However, both right and left hander can use the knives that have double bevel edge sharpened 50/50Ā without problems.Ā
Instructions & Maintenance
We believe the quality and cutting performance of Japanese knives are the best in the world, and hope you enjoy the fine craftsmanship and its sharp edge ofĀ your new knife. With proper cares, every Japanese knife should be your special cooking partner for a long time.
Important
This is the Powdered High Speed Tool Steel blade kitchen knife that has a rust resistance for easy maintenance. However, it may get rust, if kept in wet condition.
- Please do not put the knife in the dishwasher machine for cleaning.
- Please do not leave the knife in water or wet condition for a long time.
- After using, please hand wash the blade, bolster and handle thoroughly, and wipe it clean and dry with soft clothes, and keep it in a dry place.
- This is an extremely sharp knife. Please use special cares in using and storing it.
- Unlike German made knives, Japanese knife blades are ground to thin cutting edge for sharper cutting and easier re-sharpening. Please protect the edge from hitting hard materials to avoid chipping or cracking.
- Please do not use it to cut bone or frozen foods, any hard shell foods such as lobster and crab.
- We recommend using Japanese whetstones to re-sharpen the knife, when it gets dull.
