Kohetsu loosely translates to "be happy" - and the SLD line delivers on that with a combination that is hard to find at this price: semi-stainless SLD tool steel at 61-62 HRC, a stamped lattice finish on the jigane that looks like it belongs on a much more expensive knife, and walnut octagonal handles with black pakka ferrules. SLD sits in a useful middle ground between reactive carbon and standard stainless - it sharpens like carbon, resists staining like semi-stainless, and holds an edge longer than most stainless steels at this hardness. Made in Sanjo City, Japan exclusively for CKTG.
The santoku (meaning three virtues in Japanese, for slicing, dicing, and mincing) is the all-purpose knife for cooks who prefer a shorter, compact blade. With a blade length of 170mm, this is a substantial santoku well suited to home cooks and professionals who want one nimble knife for daily prep. The even, double-bevel grind works equally well for right- and left-handed cooks, and the stainless cladding over the SLD core keeps daily maintenance simple. CKTG is the only source for the Kohetsu SLD line.
What Customers Are Saying: One reviewer bought it as his new go-to knife and describes it as extremely good value - nicely balanced, light, nimble, with very good fit and finish for the price. Another reviewer bought it, and his wife claimed it as hers. The recurring theme is a knife that exceeds expectations at its price point and becomes a daily driver.
Care Instructions: SLD is a semi-stainless tool steel - highly stain resistant under normal kitchen conditions. Hand wash and dry after each use. Avoid the dishwasher. The stainless cladding fully protects the flanks, and the SLD core resists discoloration well, but drying after use is still good practice. Sharpen on quality water stones - SLD at 61-62 HRC sharpens easily and responds well to stropping. Use wood or rubber cutting boards. Avoid bones and frozen foods.Brand: Kohetsu
Exclusive: Available Only at CKTG
Location: Sanjo City, Japan
Construction: San Mai
Edge Steel: SLD Semi-Stainless Tool Steel
Cladding: Stainless
HRC: 61-62
Finish: Stamped Lattice with Polish
Edge Grind: Even, Double Bevel
Handle: Walnut Octagonal
Ferrule: Black Pakka Wood
Weight: 4.8 oz (136 g)
Blade Length: 170 mm
Total Length: 305 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 4 mm
Blade Height: 49 mm
The santoku (meaning three virtues in Japanese, for slicing, dicing, and mincing) is the all-purpose knife for cooks who prefer a shorter, compact blade. With a blade length of 170mm, this is a substantial santoku well suited to home cooks and professionals who want one nimble knife for daily prep. The even, double-bevel grind works equally well for right- and left-handed cooks, and the stainless cladding over the SLD core keeps daily maintenance simple. CKTG is the only source for the Kohetsu SLD line.
What Customers Are Saying: One reviewer bought it as his new go-to knife and describes it as extremely good value - nicely balanced, light, nimble, with very good fit and finish for the price. Another reviewer bought it, and his wife claimed it as hers. The recurring theme is a knife that exceeds expectations at its price point and becomes a daily driver.
Care Instructions: SLD is a semi-stainless tool steel - highly stain resistant under normal kitchen conditions. Hand wash and dry after each use. Avoid the dishwasher. The stainless cladding fully protects the flanks, and the SLD core resists discoloration well, but drying after use is still good practice. Sharpen on quality water stones - SLD at 61-62 HRC sharpens easily and responds well to stropping. Use wood or rubber cutting boards. Avoid bones and frozen foods.
