Bob Kramer Meiji 7" Santoku Knife


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38268-183

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At a Glance

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

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Product Overview

Product Overview

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

Specifications

General Specs

ColorWood, Stainless Steel
Color-Finish NameBrown
Color/Finish NameWood, Stainless Steel
Knife Block IncludedYes
Tang TypeFull Tang
Knife TypeSantoku
Blade MaterialFC61
Handle MaterialPakka Wood
Dishwasher SafeNo
Blade Length7.09
Blade Length Centimeter18
Handle Length5.31
Handle Length Centimeter13.5
Product Weight (lbs.)0.48
Product Weight (kg)0.22
Made InJapan
CollectionBob Kramer Meiji

Characteristics

Blade hardness (HRC)50-54 HRC
Type of handleConcealed tang
Type of edgeFine Edge
Edge finishingHonbazuke edge
Manufacturing methodWelded
Blade hardness (HRC)60-62 HRC

Measurements

Length of product34.2 cm / 13.46 in
Width of product34.2 cm / 13.46 in
Height of product5.9 cm / 2.32 in
Handle width2.6 cm / 1.02 in