Shimomura Verdun Black All-Stainless Santoku Knife

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Shimomura Verdun Black All-Stainless Santoku Knife

Name: Shimomura Verdun Black All-Stainless Santoku Knife
Brand: Shimomura
SKU: JPRIME-HOME-SHMO-VERDUNBLACK-OVB101
Price: 38.01 USD
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Shimomura

Founded 1957Blacksmithing since 1874Tsubame sanjo knife maker

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Our Verdun Black santoku forms blade and handle as one seamless piece with a bold black finish. Plain knives with gaps in the handle make cleanup harder than it needs to be. We make ours in Tsubame-Sanjo, Japan. Cooking feels better with a knife you are proud to use.

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Shimomura Verdun Black All-Stainless Santoku Knife

$38.01

Brand	Shimomura
Type	Black all-stainless santoku knife
Dimensions	Blade 165 mm, about 295 x 45 x 20 mm
Weight	About 150 g
Material	Molybdenum stainless steel blade with black finish; 18-8 stainless steel handle
Made In	Japan
Key Features	Seamless one-piece body, black finish, made in Tsubame-Sanjo

A bold black look that suits your kitchen
We give our molybdenum stainless blade a black finish and form it with a sculpted black handle, so the whole knife has a bold, modern presence. It sits beautifully on your counter and in your hand, and every meal feels more considered.
A seamless body that is easy to keep clean
We form blade and handle as one stainless piece, so there is no joint where food or moisture can hide. Washing takes a moment, and you can trust your knife is clean each time you pick it up to cook.
A light knife that stays easy to control
At about 150 g and 295 mm overall, our santoku feels light and well balanced in your hand. Everyday slicing, dicing and chopping stay comfortable, and you keep control as you work through a meal's worth of vegetables.
Clean cuts through chicken and tomatoes
The 165 mm blade slices chicken breast, tomatoes and vegetables cleanly, so your food keeps its shape. You finish prep quickly, and your plates look as neat as you intended, which makes cooking more satisfying.
A durable, rust-resistant 18-8 stainless handle
We use 18-8 stainless steel for the handle, a durable and rust-resistant material that stands up to everyday use. You hold a knife built to last, and it keeps its smooth, tidy look through years of cooking.
Made in Tsubame-Sanjo, a famous Japanese metalworking region
We make this knife in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, a region known for metalworking since the 1870s, where our own blacksmithing began in 1874. You hold a tool shaped by local craft and generations of experience.

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.

PREPARATION

No preparation required — ready to use as packaged.

IMPORTANT

The blade is sharp. Keep out of reach of children. Hold the smooth handle with dry hands and dry the knife after washing.

Specifications

Brand: Shimomura
Type: Black all-stainless santoku knife
Dimensions: Blade 165 mm, about 295 x 45 x 20 mm
Weight: About 150 g
Material: Molybdenum stainless steel blade with black finish; 18-8 stainless steel handle
Made In: Japan
Key Features: Seamless one-piece body, black finish, made in Tsubame-Sanjo

Features

1 Seamless Stainless Piece: Blade and handle have no joint, so dirt cannot collect.

165 mm Blade, About 295 mm Overall: A practical size for meat, fish and vegetables.

About 150 g: A light weight that is easy to control.

18-8 Stainless Steel Handle: A durable, rust-resistant handle material.

Black-Finished Molybdenum Stainless Blade: A bold finish on a practical stainless blade.

Made In Tsubame-Sanjo, Japan: Crafted in a region known for metalworking.

Benefits

A bold black look that suits your kitchen: We give our molybdenum stainless blade a black finish and form it with a sculpted black handle, so the whole knife has a bold, modern presence. It sits beautifully on your counter and in your hand, and every meal feels more considered.

A seamless body that is easy to keep clean: We form blade and handle as one stainless piece, so there is no joint where food or moisture can hide. Washing takes a moment, and you can trust your knife is clean each time you pick it up to cook.

A light knife that stays easy to control: At about 150 g and 295 mm overall, our santoku feels light and well balanced in your hand. Everyday slicing, dicing and chopping stay comfortable, and you keep control as you work through a meal's worth of vegetables.

Clean cuts through chicken and tomatoes: The 165 mm blade slices chicken breast, tomatoes and vegetables cleanly, so your food keeps its shape. You finish prep quickly, and your plates look as neat as you intended, which makes cooking more satisfying.

A durable, rust-resistant 18-8 stainless handle: We use 18-8 stainless steel for the handle, a durable and rust-resistant material that stands up to everyday use. You hold a knife built to last, and it keeps its smooth, tidy look through years of cooking.

Made in Tsubame-Sanjo, a famous Japanese metalworking region: We make this knife in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, a region known for metalworking since the 1870s, where our own blacksmithing began in 1874. You hold a tool shaped by local craft and generations of experience.

How to Use

Cut on a wood or soft plastic board

Hold the handle with dry hands

Wash and dry after use

Store with a blade guard

Who Is This For

The Style-Minded Home Cook: You care how your kitchen looks and how your knife cuts. Plain silver knives feel ordinary and a gap between blade and handle makes cleanup harder than it should be, and that is a design problem, not your habit. Our Verdun Black santoku is one seamless piece of stainless steel with a bold black finish, a 165 mm blade and a light 150 g body, made in Tsubame-Sanjo. Keep it on your counter or in your drawer and enjoy cutting with a knife you are proud to own.

Product Story

We began blacksmithing in Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, in 1874, and in 1957 we founded our company, shaping steel in a region famous for metalwork. Over generations we moved from farm tools to kitchen knives, and today we make a wide range of knives and kitchenware. Our Verdun Black santoku carries that heritage into a modern black finish. We form blade and handle as one stainless piece so no joint traps food, keep the weight near 150 g and make it in Tsubame-Sanjo, Japan.

What's Inside

Shimomura Verdun Black All-Stainless Santoku Knife

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 sharp. Keep out of reach of children. Hold the smooth handle with dry hands and dry the knife after washing.

Ingredients and Materials

Molybdenum stainless steel: Blade material with a black finish

18-8 stainless steel: Seamless handle material

Comparison

Quick Answer

Our Verdun Black santoku is formed from one seamless piece of stainless steel with a black finish, a 165 mm blade and a weight of about 150 g. It is made in Tsubame-Sanjo, Japan, by a knife maker whose blacksmithing began in 1874.

The Black-Kitchen Stylist

You are building a kitchen in black and charcoal. A pitch-black santoku with a seamless handle matches that look, so every meal you prepare feels more considered.

The Hygiene-First Cook

You do not want food hiding in a handle seam. A one-piece knife has no joint to trap dirt, so washing is quick and the knife is truly clean.

The Old-Knife Upgrader

Your old knife is dulling and you can feel it. A new santoku that slices chicken and tomatoes cleanly shows how much easier cooking can feel.

The Tsubame-Sanjo Admirer

You appreciate objects from Japan's famous metalworking region. A knife made there gives you a connection to generations of skilled metal craft in your own hand.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this knife made?

Our Verdun Black santoku is made in Japan, in Tsubame-Sanjo in Niigata Prefecture, a region famous for metalworking and cutlery. Our blacksmithing there began in 1874 and our company was founded in 1957. We ship the knife directly from Japan, and the origin is also listed in the specifications, so you know exactly where your knife comes from.

What is the knife made of?

The blade is molybdenum stainless steel with a black finish, and the handle is 18-8 stainless steel. Blade and handle are formed as one seamless piece, so there is no joint where dirt or moisture can collect. The knife measures about 295 x 45 x 20 mm, has a 165 mm blade and weighs about 150 g, so it feels light and balanced.

What can I cut with a santoku?

A santoku is the all-purpose Japanese knife. Use it for meat, fish and vegetables, including slicing chicken breast, dicing onions and cutting tomatoes. The 165 mm blade is a common, easy size to handle, and its broad shape lets you scoop sliced food from the board. Use it on a wood or soft plastic board.

How should I hold and care for this knife?

The handle is smooth stainless steel, so hold it with dry hands for the best control and be careful when your hands are wet. Wash the knife soon after use, dry the blade and handle fully and store it with a blade guard or in a knife block so the black finish and the edge are protected.

Is it suitable for left-handed cooks?

The seamless, sculpted handle is shaped for a comfortable hold, and you can choose to grip it in whichever hand you prefer. Because it is a single smooth piece, there is no stitched or riveted side to feel. If you cook with either hand, test how the knife feels when your hand is dry and secure.

How is this knife shipped and when will it arrive?

We ship directly from Japan, and delivery takes 7-14 business days. Any item with a shelf life ships with a minimum of 6 months remaining. Tracking is provided so you can follow your parcel from our shipping point to your door. Your knife is packed carefully so the blade arrives safely and ready for your kitchen.