{"product_id":"custom-handmade-damascus-santoku-knife-olive-wood-handle-japanese-chef-knife","title":"Custom Handmade Damascus Santoku Knife, Olive Wood Handle Japanese Chef Knife","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jwsteelcrafts-collection-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnives have been central to kitchen work for centuries, evolving from simple forged blades into specialized tools for precise food preparation. The Santoku knife, inspired by Japanese kitchen design, is valued for its balanced shape and ability to handle slicing, chopping, and mincing with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/santoku-knife\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade Damascus Santoku Knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e from JW SteelCrafts is built for everyday kitchen performance. It features a pattern-welded Damascus steel blade, full-tang construction, an olive wood handle, and a steel bolster for strength, balance, and clean cutting control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a 12-inch overall length, this handmade Santoku knife offers comfortable handling for vegetables, meat, fish, and everyday prep work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made from layered Damascus steel, also known as pattern-welded steel. This creates a unique visible pattern while supporting durability, sharpness, and long-lasting edge performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe olive wood handle provides a natural grip, warm appearance, and comfortable control. The steel bolster improves balance and adds durability between the blade and handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnife Type: Santoku Kitchen Knife\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Length: 12 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Material: Pattern-Welded Damascus Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material: Olive Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBolster Material: Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction: Full Tang\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturing Method: Hand-Forged\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: JW SteelCrafts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade Damascus Santoku knife\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12-inch overall length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull tang construction for strength and balance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlive wood handle for comfort and natural grip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteel bolster for added durability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePattern-welded Damascus blade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for slicing, chopping, and daily kitchen prep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelate Handmade Damascus Chef Knives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/nakiri-knife\" class=\"collection-item collection-item--below aos-init aos-animate\" data-aos=\"row-of-5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"collection-item__title collection-item__title--below collection-item__title--body collection-item__title--center\"\u003eHandmade Nakiri Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/handmade-cleaver-knives\" class=\"collection-item collection-item--below aos-init aos-animate\" data-aos=\"row-of-5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"collection-item__title collection-item__title--below collection-item__title--body collection-item__title--center\"\u003eHandmade Damascus Cleaver Knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/cleaver-knife\" class=\"collection-item collection-item--below aos-init aos-animate\" data-aos=\"row-of-5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"collection-item__title collection-item__title--below collection-item__title--body collection-item__title--center\"\u003eHandmade Boning Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/bread-knife\" class=\"collection-item collection-item--below aos-init aos-animate\" data-aos=\"row-of-5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"collection-item__title collection-item__title--below collection-item__title--body collection-item__title--center\"\u003eHandmade Damascus Steel Bread Knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/steak-knives\" class=\"collection-item collection-item--below aos-init aos-animate\" data-aos=\"row-of-5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"collection-item__title collection-item__title--below collection-item__title--body collection-item__title--center\"\u003eHandmade Damascus Steak Knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash after use and dry immediately. Avoid dishwashers and long moisture exposure. Apply a light coat of food-safe oil to the Damascus blade when needed. Store safely in a dry place to protect the edge and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Santoku knife used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Santoku knife is used for slicing, chopping, mincing, and everyday kitchen preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this handmade Damascus Santoku knife full tang?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It has full tang construction for better strength, balance, and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the overall length?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife measures 12 inches overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the olive wood handle durable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Olive wood is strong, comfortable, and suitable for kitchen knife handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Damascus steel stay sharp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. With proper care and sharpening, Damascus steel offers strong edge retention for daily kitchen use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"JW SteelCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43555508158670,"sku":"sku-31297987838012","price":114.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/5298\/2222\/files\/handmade-damascus-santoku-knife-full-tang-japanese-kitchen-knife-with-olive-wood-handle-and-steel-bolster-forged-damascus-steel-chef-knife-jw-steelcrafts-jw-ste-8766570.webp?v=1780795128","url":"https:\/\/shop.lotzoutdoors.com\/products\/custom-handmade-damascus-santoku-knife-olive-wood-handle-japanese-chef-knife","provider":"Lotz Outdoors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}