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Classic 5" Hollow Edge Santoku

Classic 5" Hollow Edge Santoku featuring a forged stainless steel blade with hollow indentations and a triple-riveted ergonomic black handle for versatile kitchen tasks.
Classic 5" Hollow Edge Santoku with a finely forged stainless steel blade featuring oval hollow indentations and a polished surface for reduced food sticking.

Classic 5" Hollow Edge Santoku

$150.00
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What a Chef's knife is for European kitchens, the Santoku is for Japan and the whole of Asia: so versatile in shape, weight and edge that it can be used for mincing and chopping herbs, vegetables and fruit as well as for preparing fish and meat. The sharp blade of a Santoku allows anything from regular to wafer-thin cuts - it is therefore now indispensable in kitchens all around the world.

Chopping

Chopping

Cutting

Cutting

Fish

Fish

Fruit

Fruit

Herbs

Herbs

Meat

Meat

Sausage

Sausage

Vegetables

Vegetables

Specifications

Handle

Length
4.3 in

Production

SKU
1040131314
Method
Forged
Rockwell hardness
58 HRC
Country of Origin
Germany

Blade

Length
5.5 in
Width
1.6 in

Cutlery

Type
Santoku
Series
Classic

Care Instructions

  • Wash by hand and immediately towel-dry. 
  • Avoid using abrasive sponges or leaving your knife soaking in the sink. 
  • Safely store your knife using a storage solution. 
  • Avoid cutting on hard surfaces such as metal, glass or hardwoods like bamboo.
  • Regular honing is essential to keep your knife performing at its best. 
  • Sharpen as needed using a whetstone, sharpening steel, or hand-held knife sharpener.

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When you use a WÜSTHOF knife, you can be sure that you are holding one of world’s best kitchen tools in your hand.

We have been developing and manufacturing our products in Solingen, Germany, the “City of Blades,” since 1814 – loyalty that pays off in the quality and reliability of our family business, knife by knife.

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High quality WÜSTHOF steel: Our special stainless steel is durable, corrosion resistant, easy to sharpen, and reduces wear on the blade. Ideal for chef’s knives.

Unrivaled performance: Our superbly balanced and ergonomically designed handles ensure that every knife fits perfectly in the hand. Ideal for you.

WÜSTHOF stands for knives. For the moment when your knife glides effortlessly through your fresh ingredients.
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Material Premium forged steel engineered for lasting strength and corrosion resistance. Often stamped or made from standard steel blends that may sacrifice durability or rust resistance.
Sharpness 20% sharper than standard knives, thanks to laser-guided PEtec technology. Factory-sharpened blades that start strong but dull faster and lack precision honing.
Craftsmanship Hand-finished in Solingen, Germany with 200+ years of expertise and precision in every detail. Mass-produced or partially outsourced craftsmanship that lacks the same heritage and consistency.
Corrosion Resistance
 Exceptional rust resistance for a blade that stays beautiful for decades. Prone to staining or rust if not carefully maintained—especially with frequent kitchen use.
Edge Retention Stays sharper twice as long as ordinary knives, reducing the need to re-sharpen. Edges wear faster over time, requiring more frequent sharpening and touch-ups.
Limited Lifetime Warranty Limited lifetime warranty – a promise backed by generations of quality. Lifetime coverage may exist, but with less transparency and variable service depending on the brand.

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Questions? We Have Answers

What sets WÜSTHOF knives apart from other brands?

WÜSTHOF is one of the few brands permitted to use the label “Made in Solingen” on our knives rather than the less restricted “Made in Germany.” Solingen, Germany is the steel manufacturing capital of the world and, as such, needed to take precautionary measures against fraudulent products bearing the prestigious name, “Solingen.” In 1938, Solingen became the only city in the world whose name is a registered trademark. To bear the name Solingen, all key manufacturing stages must have been processed and finished within Solingen, and the product must meet strict quality standards. This means that even cutlery manufactured entirely within Solingen’s town boundary may not be entitled to bear the name Solingen if it does not meet these required quality standards.

Some of our competitors use the label “Made in Germany,” which does not carry the same significance. We have the honor of labeling our products “Made in Solingen.”

What is Precision Edge Technology (PEtec)

WÜSTHOF’s proprietary state-of-the-art technology incorporates a computer-controlled method for putting the edge on forged knives. Using laser-guided precision, our knives are 20% sharper with twice the edge retention. All forged knives are manufactured using PEtec.

What do the numbers printed on my blade mean?

The number etched on your blade indicates the year it was made — just add “20” in front of it.

In some cases, you might see a second number, which shows the blade length in centimeters.

There is no item number printed on the blade.

Examples:

• “25” means the blade was made in 2025.

• “22 / 20” means the blade was made in 2022 and is 20 cm long.

What is the difference between forged and laser-cut stamped knives?

Forged knives go through over 40 steps in our factory to create the top quality blades WÜSTHOF has to offer. Forged knives include a bolster, which helps to balance the knife. Laser-cut stamped blades go through 14 steps in our factory, and are more economically priced. They are lighter in weight, and do not have a bolster.

What are the most important knives to start a set?

The most important knife in any kitchen is the chef’s knife, and after that, it depends on your own personal preferences when cooking.

How do I keep my knives sharp?

WÜSTHOF knives can be honed and sharpened using a hand-held sharpener, an electric sharpener, a sharpening or honing steel, or a whetstone. We recommend using the same brand sharpener as your knife collection, to ensure that the material used is the correct hardness for the steel on your knives. Our sharpening angle for standard blades is 14˚ per side, and for Asian-style blades (Santokus, Nakiris) is 10˚ per side. We offer a variety of sharpening products with pre-set angles. Learn how to use our different sharpening tools here.

For Professional Mail-in Knife Sharpening:

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344 Taft St NE

Minneapolis, MN 55413

Phone: 612-379-1300

Email: info@eversharpknives.com

www.EversharpKnives.com

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Reviews

Overall rating: 4.95 / 5 from 120 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Classic 5" Hollow Edge Santoku knife is highly praised for its perfect size, exceptional quality, and its indispensable role in food preparation. Customers also appreciate the great customer service provided by Wusthof.

Summary topics

  • Perfect Size (9%): It was highlighted by customers that the size of the product is perfect and great for all purposes.
  • Exceptional Quality (10%): It was highlighted by customers that the quality of the product is exceptional and of high standard.
  • Great Customer Service (8%): Customers expressed satisfaction with the great customer service provided by Wusthof and their staff.

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Review highlights

  • "Great quality products, Wüsthof!!!" — Michele Z.
  • "This by far is the most used knife in our kitchen and Wusthof is the best business for great customer service!" — Debra L.
  • "Awesome customer service and amazing product." — Greg P.

Reviews

My favorite knife!

"By far, my most favorite knife for meal prep! Love the size, feel and weight. I am on my third one. The first knife, the handle broke and the Company graciously replaced it. The second time, the blade broken, half which was a manufacturing defect. The company again replaced my favorite knife. I will definitely keep coming back and purchasing more to complete my collection!"

— Tina K. (5/5)

Best Knife I've ever owned

"Had his knife for years and loved it. Then the handle cracked and I tried to keep it together as long as I could so I didn't have to use my other knives. Then I saw online that Wusthof guarantees their knives so I sent it back and much to my joy, they not only honored the warrantee but did it so quickly that I had my new knife in <10days!. Now with a brand new knife I've already started cooking more s it's such a pleasure with this knife. Veges, meat, fish, you name it, cuts like butter with my Wusthof Satoku knife!"

— Susan L. (5/5)

A favorite of mine

"I use this daily. I highly recommend everyone have this knife in their kitchen. I also appreciate that Wusthof stands behind their product."

— Patty F. (5/5)

Great knives

"We own several Wusthof classics. We had to replace the 7” as it was worn past the dimples. The weight and balance are great. Highlt recommend."

— John S. (5/5)

My wife now wants to cook more often!

"My wife loves this knife. She has a smaller frame at 4 foot 11 and the knife fits wonderfully in her hands. She uses the knife every single day and cooks more often now because she likes using her knives. 555."

— Mark L. (5/5)

The quality of Wusthof cutlery

"The quality of Wusthof cutlery is excellent. The customer service provided by those who administer the warranty program is unparalleled in my experience. We have been loyal Wusthof customers for over 25 years."

— Will S. (5/5)

Great knife

"These knives are the best! We have had our knives for over 10 years, recently handle broke, they replaced it. Awesome surface, amazing quality!"

— Tammy G. (5/5)

My favorite knife!

"My favorite knife!"

— Linda S. (5/5)

It’s amazing. But not the size I thought it would be

"But I’m keeping it anyway. I’ll get the one I thought I was buying next."

— Carolina A. (5/5)

All the Wustoff I have

"All the Wustoff I have bought has been for our granddaughter who is studying culinary this year in college. The knives were what she wanted based on her instructor's advice. He has had his set of knives for 30 years. I've had my for 10 years."

— Carol P. (5/5)

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