{"product_id":"oul-sw-nickel-damascus-santoku-165-mm-6-5-black-oak-handle","title":"OUL SW Nickel Damascus Santoku 165 mm \/ 6.5\" Black Oak Handle","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAgile Everyday Versatility with Damascus Artistry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eOUL SW Nickel Damascus Santoku 165 mm\u003c\/b\u003e delivers effortless prep performance across meat, fish, and vegetables—the \"three virtues\" of Japanese kitchen cutlery. Designed for cooks who prioritize agility, board clearance, and refined geometry, this Santoku features a nimble \u003cb\u003e130 g total weight\u003c\/b\u003e and a slender \u003cb\u003e2 mm blade thickness\u003c\/b\u003e. It glides through dense root produce and proteins with minimal friction and no wedging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith a generous \u003cb\u003e45 mm blade width\u003c\/b\u003e, this knife offers ample knuckle room during high-tempo chopping while functioning as a wide scoop to transfer sliced ingredients directly to cookware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSwedish Stainless Steel (SW) \u0026amp; Nickel Damascus Cladding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAt the core of the cutting edge is high-purity \u003cb\u003eSwedish Stainless Steel (SW)\u003c\/b\u003e. Celebrated for its low-impurity microstructure, Swedish steel takes a clean, razor-sharp edge with the keen sharpening feedback of high-carbon steel, all while providing dependable stainless corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe cutting core is clad in multi-layered \u003cb\u003eNickel Damascus\u003c\/b\u003e, creating an intricate, flowing pattern along the face of the blade. The alternating nickel-alloy layers produce natural surface variance that helps reduce food suction, allowing crisp slices of potatoes, cucumbers, and shallots to release cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eErgonomic Octagonal Black Oak Handle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe blade is paired with an octagonal \u003cb\u003eBlack Oak wood handle\u003c\/b\u003e, offering dense structural integrity and natural moisture resistance. Its symmetrical, ambidextrous profile provides a secure, balanced grip for both right- and left-handed users during extended kitchen sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"3\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"mso-cellspacing: 1.5pt; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 0; mso-yfti-firstrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand \/ Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOUL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSantoku (Multi-Purpose Chef's Knife)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore Blade Steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSwedish Stainless Steel (SW)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 4;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Cladding \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNickel Damascus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Bevel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAmbidextrous Double Bevel (50\/50)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBlack Oak Wood (Octagonal)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e165 mm (6.5\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e45 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e2 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 10;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e130 g (Incredibly Lightweight \u0026amp; Agile)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 11;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e130 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 12; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle Thickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: solid #C4C7C5 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid #C4C7C5 .75pt; padding: 6.0pt 9.0pt 6.0pt 9.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e25 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s in the Box?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOUL Presentation Box:\u003c\/b\u003e Japanese presentation packaging for secure gifting and protective storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProtective Edge Sleeve:\u003c\/b\u003e Guards the factory-honed edge during transit and unboxing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthorized OUL Dealer Direct\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEvery \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/fukui-hamono\"\u003eOUL knife\u003c\/a\u003e is direct-sourced from artisan workshops in Sakai, Japan. Before leaving our climate-controlled Seattle area warehouse, each blade undergoes a physical quality inspection to confirm edge straightness, bevel symmetry, and flush handle alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhile the Swedish stainless core and nickel Damascus cladding are rust-resistant, proper care preserves the refined 2 mm cutting geometry:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHand-Wash Only:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean immediately after use with warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft sponge. Towel dry thoroughly. \u003cb\u003eNever wash in a dishwasher.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCutting Surfaces:\u003c\/b\u003e Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/cutting-boards\"\u003esoft wood boards or high-density rubber cutting boards\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid glass, granite, or bamboo surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvoid Hard Targets:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not cut bones, frozen foods, hard seeds, or thick shells to avoid micro-chipping the fine edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/b\u003e Maintain the edge on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/whetstones-toishi\"\u003emedium-to-fine Japanese whetstones (#1000 to #6000 grit)\u003c\/a\u003e. The fine-grained Swedish stainless steel responds rapidly to whetstones and leather stropping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow does this Santoku differ from a Gyuto?\u003c\/b\u003e A \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/santoku\"\u003eSantoku\u003c\/a\u003e is slightly shorter with a flatter profile and a downward-curving \"sheep's foot\" tip, making it specialized for push-cutting vegetables and working in compact kitchen spaces. A \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/gyuto-chef-knives\"\u003eGyuto\u003c\/a\u003e is longer with more belly curvature for rocking cuts and slicing larger cuts of meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are the benefits of Swedish Stainless Steel (SW)?\u003c\/b\u003e Swedish iron ore is known for exceptional metallurgical purity. It allows the blade to achieve and maintain an ultra-keen apex like carbon steel, but without the risk of oxidation, staining, or reactive patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhere does this knife ship from?\u003c\/b\u003e All knives are inspected, packaged, and shipped directly from our warehouse located in the Seattle area.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fukui Hamono","offers":[{"title":"165 mm","offer_id":49681424941306,"sku":"F-2200092","price":279.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/OULSWnickeldamascussantoku165mm0.jpg?v=1783631234","url":"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/products\/oul-sw-nickel-damascus-santoku-165-mm-6-5-black-oak-handle","provider":"Hasu-Seizo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}