{"product_id":"santoku-knife-10cr15-stainless-damascus-steel-anchored-control","title":"Santoku Knife — 10Cr15 Stainless Damascus Steel | Anchored Control","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"293\"\u003eSantoku Knife — 10Cr15 Stainless Damascus Steel | Anchored Control\u003cstrong data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"293\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"937\"\u003eThis 7-inch Santoku knife is an entry-premium kitchen tool designed for controlled, stable preparation across vegetables, proteins, and general slicing tasks. Within the FireForge portfolio, it represents a Santoku variant focused on \u003cstrong data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"823\"\u003ehandling confidence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"851\"\u003edirectional control\u003c\/strong\u003e, prioritising disciplined geometry and material consistency over advanced metallurgy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"971\"\u003eEngineering \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eThe blade is built around a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003e10Cr15CoMoV stainless steel core\u003c\/strong\u003e, selected for its predictable balance of corrosion resistance, toughness, and straightforward maintenance. This steel performs reliably in daily kitchen use, offering stable edge behaviour and practical serviceability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003eEncasing the core, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003e67 layers of stainless Damascus steel\u003c\/strong\u003e provide structural support and corrosion protection while forming a uniform laminated pattern. In this construction, the Damascus layers serve a protective role rather than defining cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003eThe handle is crafted from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eDesert Ironwood\u003c\/strong\u003e, a high-density hardwood valued for exceptional dimensional stability and low moisture absorption. Its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003eoctagonal profile\u003c\/strong\u003e promotes precise hand indexing and secure grip during repetitive cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003eManufacturing \u0026amp; Finishing Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003eThe blade undergoes controlled heat treatment to reach an operating hardness of approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003e60 ± 2 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e, balancing edge longevity with impact resistance and ease of maintenance.\u003cbr data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"1999\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003ehammered (tsuchime) surface finish\u003c\/strong\u003e is applied to assist food release during repetitive cuts, particularly with moist or starchy ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2226\"\u003eAll finishing steps prioritise functional consistency and long-term durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2259\"\u003eFunctional Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2566\"\u003eWith a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2299\"\u003e180 mm (7\") Santoku profile\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003e2.3 mm spine\u003c\/strong\u003e, this knife supports efficient push-cutting, chopping, and slicing motions. 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