{"product_id":"w-sthof-classic-santoku-knife-black-18cm","title":"Wüsthof Classic Santoku Knife 18cm Black Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Wüsthof Classic Santoku is an 18cm forged kitchen knife designed for general-purpose food preparation. The Santoku profile — shorter and wider than a traditional chef's knife, with a flat cutting edge and a gentle curve toward the tip — suits a chopping and slicing motion rather than a rocking cut, making it a practical choice for prep cooks who work through large volumes of vegetables, boneless proteins, and herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWüsthof's Classic range is forged from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel through a multi-stage manufacturing process that produces a dense, balanced blade with good edge retention. The full tang construction and riveted black handle give the knife stability in the hand during extended prep sessions, and the bolster provides a natural stopping point for a pinch grip. In a busy kitchen environment, these are the details that matter over a long service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom a practical standpoint, the Classic Santoku offers a reliable all-round prep knife that holds up well under daily professional use:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood edge retention between sharpenings reduces downtime during prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-tang, riveted handle supports confident control during repetitive cutting tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced weight suits extended use without undue fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-carbon stainless steel resists staining and is straightforward to maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShorter blade length makes it well suited to smaller prep stations or tighter bench space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all high-carbon stainless knives, the edge benefits from regular honing and periodic professional sharpening. Hand washing is advisable to preserve both blade and handle over time. Dishwasher use will shorten the working life of the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Classic Santoku at 18cm is a sensible mid-size choice for most professional prep roles. It works well as a primary prep knife or as a complement to a longer chef's knife where a more agile blade is useful. Operations with very heavy daily prep volumes may find a larger or more specialist blade a better fit depending on the task.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're building out a knife kit or want a steer on which blade suits a particular prep role, feel free to get in touch — it's a straightforward conversation that can save a wasted purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wusthof","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58198412755326,"sku":"DN913","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/files\/dn913_upd25-04.jpg?v=1791819892","url":"https:\/\/www.advantage-catering-equipment.co.uk\/products\/w-sthof-classic-santoku-knife-black-18cm","provider":"Advantage Catering Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}