Kietsu Lava Damascus 18cm Santoku Knife

Experience exceptional versatility with the Kietsu Lava Damascus 18cm Santoku Knife. Inspired by the traditional Japanese all-purpose knife, this premium Santoku combines stunning craftsmanship with professional performance. Featuring a 67-layer Lava Damascus blade with a VG10 high-carbon stainless steel core, it delivers outstanding sharpness, balance and precision for slicing, chopping and dicing.

Key Features

• 18cm Santoku knife for versatile everyday food preparation
• 67-layer Lava Damascus steel with unique brass and copper pattern
• VG10 high-carbon stainless steel core for exceptional edge retention
• Rockwell hardness of 59–61 HRC for lasting sharpness
• Precision-honed 16–18° cutting edge
• Ergonomic resin-cast carbon fibre handle with copper foil accents
• Triple-riveted with copper pins for strength and durability
• Perfectly balanced for comfort, precision and control

Product Description

The Kietsu Lava Damascus 18cm Santoku Knife is designed to deliver effortless performance across a wide range of kitchen tasks. The Santoku blade excels at slicing meat, chopping vegetables and finely dicing herbs, making it one of the most versatile knives in any kitchen.

Forged from 67 layers of Damascus steel, each blade features Kietsu’s signature Lava Damascus pattern, created by incorporating ribbons of brass and copper into the steel to produce a dramatic flame-like ripple unique to every knife.

At the heart of the blade is a VG10 high-carbon stainless steel core, renowned for its outstanding combination of razor-sharp performance, toughness and corrosion resistance. Hardened to 59–61 HRC and finished with a precise 16–18° edge, it delivers clean, accurate cuts while maintaining exceptional edge retention.

The ergonomically shaped handle is crafted from resin-cast carbon fibre with elegant copper foil detailing, echoing the fiery character of the blade. Triple-riveted with copper pins for strength and durability, it offers outstanding balance and comfort for both professional chefs and passionate home cooks.

Specifications

• Brand: Kietsu
• Collection: Lava Damascus
• Product Type: Santoku Knife
• Blade Length: 18cm
• Blade Construction: 67-layer Damascus Steel
• Core Steel: VG10 High-Carbon Stainless Steel
• Blade Hardness: 59–61 HRC
• Edge Angle: 16–18°
• Handle Material: Resin-Cast Carbon Fibre with Copper Foil Accents
• Rivets: Triple Copper Pins

Care & Usage Tips

• Hand wash only and dry immediately after use.
• Store safely in a knife block, sheath or magnetic rack.
• Use on wooden or plastic chopping boards to help preserve the cutting edge.
• Hone regularly to maintain peak performance.
• Avoid cutting frozen foods or hard bones.

Age Restriction

You must be aged 18 or over to purchase this knife. Proof of age may be requested before your order can be completed.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

The Kietsu Lava Damascus 18cm Santoku Knife combines breathtaking Damascus craftsmanship with exceptional Japanese-inspired performance, making it the ideal all-round kitchen knife for precision, durability and everyday cooking.