Wusaki Pakka X50 Santoku Knife 17cm Pakkawood Handle

A santoku knife can be very useful in any kitchen, especially if you like cooking a variety of dishes that involve fruits, vegetables, and meats. The santoku knife is a versatile and polyvalent tool, which is why it is considered to be the Japanese version of a western chef knife.

The Wusaki Pakka X50 Santoku Knife is suitable for both professional and home kitchens, and this is the case for all the knives in the Wusaki Pakka X50 series. There are many notable features in this knife, but its durability and the unique design are worth a mention. The knife is not only pleasant to cut foods but also has an authentic look that compliments your kitchen decoration. 

Robust and durable, the scalloped blade of this Wusaki knife is made of high-quality X50CrMoV15 German stainless steel. This particular alloy has 15% chromium content and 0.5% carbon content. This composition allows the blade to be resistant to corrosion and to be hard enough to remain sharp for long time. The molybdenum and vanadium in the blade will help its resistance against strokes.

With a hardness rating of 56/58 HRC on the Rockwell scale, this knife is easy to maintain. Indeed, the hardness rating suggests easy sharpening as the steel is “soft” enough to tolerate honing with a sharpening steel. You can also use a Wusaki whetstone from the collection available here on MyChefKnives. 

If you are very critical about the design of your kitchen tools, then the hammered surface on the blade will catch your attention. A  mechanical press is used to create patterns on its surface., which results in each knife having a unique design on its blade. Not only does the hammered surface gives an original look to the blade, but it also reduces the amount of food sticking to the blade. 

Furthermore, the blade has a v-shaped edge that is sharpened by hand with the help of high-quality grinding leather band at a lateral angle of 15°(thus an accumulated angle of 30°). This is the reason why the blade can easily penetrate into your foods. 

To complement the excellent blade, Wusaki have this knife a beautiful handle made of pakkawood. This composite material made of compressed resin and laminated wood has veinings on its surface, which give the knife an attractive look. This material is also known for its anti-bacterial properties and its resistance to the changes in temperature. The handle has also been varnished to add an extra layer of protection against humidity and stains. 

The reddish tone of the handle and the unique patterns on the blade create a beautiful contrast that embellishes the knife. The handle is suitable for both right-handed and left-handed cooks. All handles of Wusaki knives are a bit longer than standard knives to enable a more comfortable grip. At the base (bottom) of the handle, there is an engraving of the Japanese character “Tiger.”

If you know someone who loves cooking and if you want to present them a top-quality knife, then the Wusaki Pakka X50 knife in this page deserves a special mention. The knife comes in a solid box with foam in its interior that keeps the knife well protected. Therefore, the beautiful box is perfect for offering this knife as a gift.

We recommend you to wash the knife by hand using lukewarm water and mild soap. Use a soft cloth to wipe it right after you finish cleaning the knife. You must know that when you receive your knife, the blade will be coated with the protection oil. To get rid of it, all you need to do is to wash the blade before its first usage.

Are you impressed with the features of this knife? Check out the rest of the Wusaki Pakka X50 series here at MyChefKnives.co.uk!