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Best santoku knives, ranked
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Best overall WüsthofWüsthof Classic 7-inch Santoku Knife
High-carbon stainless steel, well-balanced, excellent edge retention.
- German steel
- Full tang
- Comfort handle
- Higher price
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Best premium pick ShunShun Classic 7-inch Santoku Knife
VG-MAX steel with 16-layer Damascus, razor-sharp edge.
- VG-MAX steel
- Damascus pattern
- Lightweight
- Delicate edge need care
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Best ergonomic design GlobalGlobal G-48 7-inch Santoku Knife
Cobalt stainless steel, seamless construction, dimpled handle.
- One-piece design
- Balanced weight
- Dimple grip
- Handles get slippery when wet
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Best budget pick VictorinoxVictorinox Fibrox Pro 7-inch Santoku Knife
Stainless steel with a slip-resistant Fibrox handle, great for home cooks.
- Affordable
- Slip-resistant handle
- Dishwasher safe
- Edge dulls faster
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Best for beginners Mercer CulinaryMercer Culinary Genesis 7-inch Santoku Knife
High-carbon German steel, ergonomic handle, good balance.
- German steel
- Ergonomic handle
- Good balance
- Heavier than Japanese knives
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Best edge retention Mac KnifeMAC MTH-80 8-inch Santoku Knife
Mitsubishi steel, thin blade, superb sharpness.
- Mitsubishi steel
- Thin blade
- Sharp
- Expensive
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Best value for performance CangshanCangshan V2 Series 7-inch Santoku Knife
High-carbon stainless steel with pakkawood handle, well-balanced.
- High-carbon steel
- Pakkawood handle
- Balanced
- Handle may chip over time