170mm Santoku – Seki Stainless (関)
Specs
Blade length: 170mm
Overall length: 300mm
Weight: 144g
Construction: Double bevel
Steel: Stainless steel
Handle: Western handle, triple rivet
Origin: Seki, Japan
About This Knife
This santoku carries the 関 (Seki) mark — a name synonymous with Japan’s stainless knife production. Seki has long been known for precision-ground, practical stainless blades designed for everyday professional use.
At just 144g, this is a very thin, lightweight santoku. The grind is lean and efficient, making it ideal for fast prep and clean slicing. It moves quickly through vegetables and boneless proteins without resistance, giving it that “laser” feel many cooks prefer.
The stainless steel construction makes it low maintenance and rust-resistant — perfect for busy kitchens or home cooks who want performance without constant upkeep.
The western handle with triple rivets provides a familiar, balanced grip. It keeps the knife feeling grounded in hand while the thin blade does the work out front.
This is not a heavy workhorse santoku.
It’s a nimble prep knife built for speed, control, and clean cuts.
Simple. Sharp. Ready to work.
