Sakai Takayuki Aonikou Blue Carbon Steel Santoku, 180mm (7") Moritaka Knives This is the "mama bear"

This is the "mama bear" of chef's knives -- not too big

and the edge is very sharp and precisely ground and finished

As with all quality knives

and very affordable

Sakai Takayuki Aonikou Blue Carbon Steel Santoku, 180mm (7") Moritaka Knives This is the "mama bear"If you already have a good stainless steel santoku or chef's knife but have been curious about a real "carbon steel" knife, this is for you! It's a superb example of a knife made with a high end carbon steel, so it is VERY sharp, it keeps this sharp edge a long time, and it resharpens more easily than most stainless steels. The handle and blade are beautiful, well made, and expertly finished, with excellent overall fit and finish. An excellent knife