Tojiro Pro DP Cobalt Alloy 3-Layer Santoku Knife 170 mm, All-Stainless (F-895)

Specifications

Brand

Tojiro

Type

Tojiro Pro DP cobalt alloy 3-layer santoku F-895

Dimensions

Overall 295 mm, blade 170 mm

Weight

150 g

Material

Cobalt alloy steel core with 13-chrome stainless outer layers; 18-8 stainless steel handle and bolster

Made In

Japan

Key Features

Double-edged, integrated bolster, tornado-pattern grip

Features

Cobalt Alloy VG10 Core: A hard core for a keen edge.

13-Chrome Stainless Outer Layers: Rust-resistant outer layers.

18-8 Stainless Handle And Bolster: One integrated, hygienic piece.

Tornado-Pattern Grip: A secure, non-slip hold.

295 mm Overall, 170 mm Blade: A versatile santoku size.

150 g Weight: Light and balanced.

Benefits

A cobalt-core three-layer blade for lasting sharpness: We make the blade with a cobalt alloy steel core, known as VG10, between outer layers of 13-chrome stainless. The hard core holds a keen edge while the outer layers resist rust, and owners say the sharpness is excellent, with one calling it frightening at first.

An all-stainless handle with an integrated bolster: The handle and bolster are one piece of 18-8 stainless steel, with no joint where dirt or moisture can collect. That makes the knife hygienic and strong, and it is easy to wash and keep clean for everyday use in a busy kitchen.

A tornado-pattern grip that stays secure: The twisted ridges on the handle give your fingers something to hold, so the grip stays secure even when your hands are wet. One owner says it was the easiest knife to use among all that they have tried, and another praises the size and the sharpness.

A light, balanced all-round size and weight: The knife is 295 mm overall with a 170 mm blade and weighs 150 g, a size for meat, fish and vegetables. Its double-edged blade suits left- and right-handed cooks, and a simple sharpener is enough to bring the edge back when it softens.

Honest notes on what to expect from it: Most owners are delighted, but one felt the knife was not as special as imagined, and another notes that it needs sharpening like any good blade. We list the facts plainly, so you can judge whether a professional-series santoku suits you before you order.

A Japanese cutlery maker since 1953: We were founded in 1953 in Tsubame, Niigata, and our DP series has won Good Design awards. We have exhibited in Frankfurt since 2004, and this Pro DP santoku is made in Japan to the standards of the professional kitchen.

How to Use

Cut on a wood or soft plastic board

Wash by hand

Dry the knife

Sharpen when the cut softens

Who Is This For

The Serious Home Cook: You want a knife that treats cooking seriously. A tired old blade that needs sharpening every few weeks, or a handle with a joint where dirt hides, takes the pleasure out of preparing a meal, which is the tool's fault, not yours. Our Pro DP santoku gives you a cobalt alloy core between 13-chrome stainless layers, an all-stainless 18-8 handle with an integrated bolster and a tornado grip pattern, in a 150 g knife with a 170 mm blade. It is made in Japan, so one serious santoku can serve your kitchen for years.

Product Story

We were founded in 1953 in Tsubame, Niigata Prefecture, first making farm-tool blades and then, from 1955, kitchen knives. Our DP series with a bolster was recognised with Good Design awards in 1980 and again in 1996, and we have exhibited at Ambiente in Frankfurt since 2004. This Pro DP santoku follows the same approach, with a cobalt alloy core, an all-stainless handle and Japanese make.

What's Inside

• Tojiro Pro DP Cobalt Alloy 3-Layer Santoku Knife 170 mm F-895

Care Guide

Storage: Store dry at room temperature, about 20 C (68 F), in a drawer with a blade guard or in a knife block, away from moisture.

Shelf Life: Durable kitchen tool with no expiry date.

Important: The blade is very sharp. Keep out of reach of children. Dry the knife after washing, and do not use it on bones or frozen food.

Ingredients and Materials

Cobalt alloy steel (VG10): Blade core material

13-chrome stainless steel: Blade outer layers

18-8 stainless steel: Handle and bolster material

Comparison

Quick Answer

Our Pro DP santoku has a cobalt alloy VG10 core between 13-chrome stainless layers and an all-stainless 18-8 handle with a tornado grip. It is 295 mm overall with a 170 mm blade, weighs 150 g and is made in Japan.