Shigeki Tanaka VG10 Damascus Santoku
Shigeki Tanaka VG10 Damascus Santoku
Shigeki Tanaka VG10 Damascus Santoku
Shigeki Tanaka VG10 Damascus Santoku
Shigeki Tanaka VG10 Damascus Santoku
Shigeki Tanaka VG10 Damascus Santoku
Shigeki Tanaka VG10 Damascus Santoku
Shigeki Tanaka VG10 Damascus Santoku
Shigeki Tanaka VG10 Damascus Santoku
Shigeki Tanaka VG10 Damascus Santoku
Shigeki Tanaka

Shigeki Tanaka VG10 Damascus Santoku

£150.00

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£150.00

Exceptionally thin with a slight hollow grind, this santoku offers top level performance with a no-fuss black pakka wood yo handle.

 
Product Code: SHIG-007

About this range

First Impressions

The consistent grind on the VG10 is impressive and out of the box the sharpness is as good as you'd expect from a top level blacksmith. This is a knife that's ready for business!

Beauty

Definitely a good looking knife, we pair most of them with a traditional wa handle in teak and black buffalo which creates a nice contrast with the beautiful exposed layering in the cladding steel all the way down to the core cutting edge. Occasionally the knives in this range are available with a pakka wood half-tang yo handle.

The cutting edge is polished and then fades to a more matt like migaki style finish so this knife would suit someone who is looking for a good amount of visual interest in their knives but perhaps not something that screams too loud for attention!

Durability

The VG10 core clad in stainless steel is a classic combination for good reason. It's got a good balance of edge retention and sharpness and is easy to look after. 

Ease of Care

Caring for the knife and maintaining its sharpness is as easy as rinsing and drying after use and for longer term care we recommend a Japanese knife care kit.

We do also recommend you store it on a knife block or rack if possible. 

Our Verdict

The VG10 will suit a wide range of people and uses because it covers a lot of bases. It's well made and finished by a master blacksmith and uses a classic steel combination that retains and edge but doesn't need a ton of maintenance and it's at a price point that makes it very accessible. 

We're delighted to stock this and think it offers great value for money from a top class blacksmith.

Knife Measurements - Shigeki Tanaka VG10 Damascus Santoku

  • Blade Length: 170mm (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Length: 294mm (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 46.5mm (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 2.52mm (Spine width above the heel) 2.06mm (Measured halfway along spine) 0.94mm (Measured 15mm from tip)
  • Total Weight: 142 grams

Range Specifications

Our aim is to measure and photograph our products as accurately as possible but due to many items being handmade, finished or using natural materials, there can be minor variance in measurements and things such as blade or wood finishes can vary. We will always endeavour to provide the most accurate measurements, photos and descriptions of our products.

Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.

Sayas, guards and knife protection

Protection & care for this knife

We recommend a santoku size (22x5cm) blade guard for this knife.

Saya & Guards Knife Racks & Storage Sharpening & Blade Care

Meet the maker

Shigeki Tanaka

A fourth generation blacksmith, Shigeki Tanaka and his small workshop based in Miki City are highly regarded for their skill and experience which has been passed down through the generations.

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