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OXO Santoku Knife

The OXO Santoku Knife is a dimple-bladed all-purpose kitchen knife designed for everyday slicing, dicing, and chopping tasks.

# OXO Santoku Knife

## Overview The OXO Santoku is a Japanese-style kitchen knife designed for precise slicing, dicing, and mincing of vegetables, fish, and meat. It combines a traditional santoku blade shape with OXO's ergonomic handle design, making it a practical choice for home cooks who want a versatile cutting tool that's comfortable to use for extended periods.

## Standout Features - **Non-slip handle** — Textured grip designed to remain comfortable and secure even when wet or when hands are damp - **Stainless steel blade with dimples** — The small indentations along the blade help reduce friction and prevent food (especially vegetables and fish) from sticking during cutting - **Santoku blade profile** — Shorter and wider than Western chef's knives, with a straighter edge that excels at vertical chopping motions - **Protective sheath included** — Comes with a storage sheath to protect the blade and keep it safe in drawers or storage - **Balanced weight distribution** — Designed to reduce hand fatigue during repetitive cutting tasks

## Who It's For This knife is ideal for **home cooks and casual kitchen users** who want a reliable all-purpose cutting tool without the learning curve of high-maintenance specialty knives. It works well for anyone who regularly prepares vegetables, fish, or boneless meats and appreciates ergonomic design. The comfortable handle makes it especially suitable for people who find traditional chef's knives tiring to use for extended periods.

## Important Considerations - **Blade length and style** — Santoku knives are typically 5–7 inches long and work best with a vertical chopping motion rather than the rocking motion common with Western chef's knives. If you prefer a larger cutting surface or traditional rocking technique, a Western chef's knife may be more comfortable. - **Stainless steel trade-off** — While stainless steel is low-maintenance and rust-resistant, it generally doesn't hold an edge as long as high-carbon steel. You'll need to sharpen it periodically, though it's more forgiving for casual home use. - **Maintenance required** — Hand washing is recommended to preserve the blade and handle. Dishwasher use may dull the edge faster and can damage the handle over time. - **Not for heavy-duty tasks** — This is a precision slicing and dicing tool, not designed for heavy chopping through bones or frozen foods. Using it for those tasks can damage the blade. - **Sharpening considerations** — You'll need access to a sharpening tool or service. The blade angle and santoku shape require proper technique or professional sharpening to maintain performance.

Key features

• Comfortable non-slip handle
• stainless steel blade with dimples to prevent sticking
• protective sheath for safe storage

Seen at 2 retailers from $16.99 to $22.99 as of 2026-03-01. Prices change — check the retailer for the current price.

The dimpled blade and non-slip handle make this a practical, no-fuss workhorse for everyday prep.