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noel reed I bought a knife for my mum I’m a chef but as she does most of the cooking at home I thought it was about time she had a fine knife and the best is the only choice now I just have to safe up for one of my own
67-layer Damascus steel with a 10Cr15CoMoV high-carbon core at 60 HRC, paired with a classic rosewood handle for timeless warmth and balance.
Reach for this when you're working through a pile of zucchini coins, shaving fennel paper-thin for a salad, or slicing a capsicum into strips. The Santoku's flat edge profile makes it the push-cut specialist: lift the heel, push forward, repeat. No rocking needed, which means cleaner cuts on produce where a rocking chef knife tends to skid or bruise.
The 7-inch blade sits shorter than a chef knife but taller through the spine, which gives you more knuckle clearance and a forward-weighted feel that suits the Santoku's natural motion. It's lighter in the hand than the Yi Series Chef Knife, so it won't wear you out during a long vegetable prep. The flat profile is also the right tool for slicing boneless proteins like chicken breast or salmon fillet where you want consistent thickness throughout.
The blade shares the same construction as every Yi Series knife: a 10Cr15CoMoV high-carbon stainless core wrapped in 67 layers of Damascus, vacuum heat-treated to 60-62 HRC. That hardness means the edge stays sharp through a week of daily prep without needing the honing rod after every session. The rosewood handle is triple-riveted and full-tang, so the weight sits right on your pinch grip rather than tipping into the handle.
Pair it with the Yi Series 8.5" Chef Knife for rock-chopping and breaking down larger proteins, and the 3.5" Paring Knife for the small in-hand jobs where this 7-incher is too much blade.
All our knives arrive in a beautiful, premium gift box that's ready to impress. (Whether it's for a very lucky cook, or just for you.)
Steel Type: 10Cr15CoMoV Core
Hardness: 60±2 HRC
Construction: 67-Layer Damascus
Handle: Rosewood
Heat Treatment: Vacuum & Cryo Treated
The Yi Series pairs a 10Cr15CoMoV core with 67 layers of Damascus cladding at 60 HRC. The same proven steel found across Xinzuo's premium Damascus range, wrapped in a classic rosewood handle that honours traditional knife-making aesthetics.
CLASSIC DAMASCUS. PROVEN PERFORMANCE.
Handle Design
All Xinzuo knives are manufactured in Yangjiang, Guangdong Province, China. Yangjiang has been a centre for blade-making for over 1,400 years, making it one of the world's oldest knife-making regions. We use modern CNC-controlled forging and vacuum heat treatment to ensure consistent quality.
Every Xinzuo product comes with a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. This covers blade delamination, handle cracking under normal use, and premature corrosion. We also offer 30-day returns if you're not completely satisfied. As an Australian company, all purchases are protected under Australian Consumer Law. See our warranty page for details.
No, and this applies to all quality kitchen knives. Dishwashers use harsh detergents and high heat that damage blade edges and can corrode steel. Hand wash with warm soapy water, dry immediately, and store properly. It takes 10 seconds and protects your knife for life.
Supreme: German steel, low maintenance, great value. Retro: Japanese-grade steel with Damascus, better edge retention. Mo: VG10 core with 67-layer Damascus, premium performance and aesthetics. Lan: Powder steel at 62 HRC, our sharpest and longest-lasting edge. See our series comparison page for a detailed breakdown.
Yes — we ship to every state and territory. Orders placed before 12 PM AEST on business days are dispatched same day from our Australian warehouse. Regular Post ($9.95, 1-7 business days, free over $100) and Express Post (calculated at checkout, 1-2 business days, free over $250) are available. See our shipping page for details.
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