Shimomura Murato Classic – VG10 Santoku 170 mm

Brand & Heritage
Established in 1874 in Sanjo City, one of Japan’s most renowned centers for forging tools, Shimomura began as a maker of farming tools such as sickles and hoes before evolving into a specialist in stainless steel knives, scissors, and slicers. With more than a century of expertise, Shimomura continues to blend traditional blacksmithing skills with modern steel technology to produce high-quality cutting tools that are sharp, durable, and easy to maintain.

Each knife requires around 35 careful steps from forging to finishing. The blades are sharpened with the wet grinding technique, one of the most advanced sharpening methods, where water is applied during the grinding process. This produces the refined Hamaguri edge, polished to a mirror-like finish for smooth cutting and superior sharpness retention compared to ordinary knives.

Murato Classic Series
The Murato Classic series uses VG10 stainless steel, a premium high-carbon stainless steel highly popular among professional chefs worldwide. It combines high hardness for edge retention with ease of sharpening. The resin handle with stainless steel bolster ensures durability, comfort, and minimal maintenance, making it suitable for both professional and home kitchens.

Specifications

• Type: Santoku (All-Purpose Knife)

• Edge Length: 170 mm

• Total Length: 290 mm

• Core Steel (Hagane): VG10 Stainless Steel

• Cladding (Jigane): Stainless Steel

• Handle: Resin with Stainless Steel Bolster

• Weight: ~180 g

• Spine Thickness: 2.07 mm

• Height at Heel: 40 mm

• Hardness: 59–61 HRC

• Origin: Made in Japan

Features & Use
The 170 mm Santoku is a versatile Japanese all-purpose knife, perfect for chopping, slicing, and dicing meat, fish, and vegetables. The VG10 core steel provides long-lasting sharpness and cutting precision, while the resin handle ensures durability, hygiene, and low maintenance. Balanced and easy to handle, this knife is ideal for both professional chefs and home cooks who value sharpness, practicality, and reliability.