Matsu Zumi Yaki AO2 Santoku 170mm
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Matsu Zumi Yaki AO2 Santoku 170mm
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SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Santoku
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Shirogami White #2
Blade Finish: San-Mai Damascus
Blade Hardness: 61HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: Walnut wood w/ Ziricote & Maple bolster
Blade Length: 170mm
Heel Height: ~48mm
Spine Thickness: ~3.80mm Tapered to ~1.50mm
Weight: ~135g
The Matsu-Zumi-Yaki series brings together traditional Japanese craftsmanship, carbon steel performance, and a beautifully rustic Damascus finish.
At the core of this Santoku is Shirogami #2 (White #2) carbon steel, hardened to approximately 61 HRC. What makes this series particularly interesting is Kanetsune’s traditional Matsu-Zumi-Yaki heat-treatment process, which uses pine charcoal during hardening. This technique helps reduce decarburization during the process and allows the White #2 steel to achieve excellent hardness and edge performance while remaining very responsive and enjoyable to sharpen.
The 170mm Santoku is an extremely versatile size for everyday kitchen work, offering plenty of room for vegetables, meat, herbs, and general preparation without feeling oversized. The forged multi-layer Damascus cladding gives each blade a traditional, handcrafted appearance that pairs beautifully with the natural walnut handle, finished with Ziricote and maple accents.
Lightweight at approximately 135g, this is a great choice for anyone looking for a traditional Japanese carbon steel knife with plenty of character, easy sharpening, and excellent cutting performance.
As with all carbon steel knives, the blade can develop a natural patina over time and should be kept clean and dry after use.
◻️ Additional Information
Please note that colours, shading, and overall appearance may vary slightly between photos and the product you receive. Lighting, camera exposure, and reflections on materials like steel, epoxy, and wood can all create subtle differences.
Many of our items are handmade, which means each piece has its own character. Minor variations in pattern, texture, or finish are normal and part of the craft.
If you’d like to see additional photos or close-ups of any item, feel free to request them before or after placing your order—especially for one-of-a-kind pieces. We’re always happy to help you choose the perfect knife or handle.
◻️ Sharp Certified
Before our knives are shipped, each one undergoes a rigorous sharpness test to ensure they meet the highest standards of quality. Our BESS Certified sharpness scale will guarantee that your knives deliver the smoothest cuts.
This commitment to sharpness not only guarantees that you receive a product that's ready to perform at its best but also reflects our dedication to delivering excellence in every aspect of our field.
◻️ Shipping & Returns
Every product listed on our website is physically in stock at our shop and typically ships within 24 hours — giving us enough time for sharpening and proper packaging.
The only exceptions are custom knife assemblies or engraving, which may require 3-5 days before shipping. Everything is done in-house, so even with the extra steps, it’s still exceptionally fast.
Canadian orders can say goodbye to unexpected duties, additional customs fees and exchange rate fluctuations; all our prices are clear and upfront.
For international orders, we take care of providing the declarations documents on items from foreign countries.
We know choosing a knife online isn’t always easy. To make things stress-free, we offer a flexible 30-day Return Policy on regular-priced items. Take a look at our full policy for all the details!
◻️ Contact Us
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Whether you require assistance with your existing product, have inquiries about a potential purchase, need more specific details, additional photos, or even a video to get a better sense of the product in a real human hand, we've got you covered.
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