Wüsthof Gourmet 5" Hollow Edge Santoku Knife

Small knife, big appetite for chopping.

Meet the Gourmet 5" Hollow Edge Santoku from Wüsthof, a compact, lightweight kitchen knife that’s quick and nimble in the hand. The Santoku is the Japanese answer to the chef’s knife, a do-it-all shape for slicing, dicing and mincing, and this 5-inch version is perfect for smaller hands, smaller cutting boards and everyday prep. The laser-cut stainless steel blade is ground to a fine edge for anything from regular to wafer-thin cuts, and the hollow edge helps food release instead of sticking to the blade. Made in Solingen, Germany, the “City of Blades,” since 1814.

What Makes It Special

• A Santoku built for everyday prep. A compact 5" blade, about 2" wide, for herbs, vegetables, fruit, fish and meat.
• Hollow edge. Small air pockets along the blade help food release as you slice.
• Fine Asian-style edge. Ground to roughly 10° per side (20° total) for clean, precise cuts.
• Laser-cut stainless steel blade. Hardened to 56 HRC.
• Comfortable, durable handle. A triple-riveted synthetic (POM) handle with a traditional look.
• Light and easy to handle. A good fit for home cooks with smaller hands.
• Made in Solingen, Germany.

How to Use

Use on a wooden or plastic cutting board, and avoid glass, ceramic or stone surfaces. Wash by hand and towel-dry immediately. Do not put in the dishwasher, soak in the sink or use abrasive sponges. Store in a knife block, on a magnetic strip or in a sheath. Keep out of reach of children.

The Story Behind the Brand

Wüsthof is a family-owned knife maker from Solingen, Germany, the “City of Blades,” where it has been producing blades since 1814. The company focuses on high-quality cook’s knives and a range of precision-crafted, sharp blades, with one idea at heart: those moments when a knife slides effortlessly through fresh food.