Santoku Knife 17cm - Purple Yam
Santoku Knife 17cm - Purple Yam
Wüsthof’s Purple Yam knives deliver professional precision with hygienic colour coding for busy kitchens. Forged in Solingen, Germany, from high-carbon stainless steel, the blades ensure long-lasting sharpness and durability. The ergonomic synthetic handle in Purple Yam is non-porous, easy to sanitise, and designed for comfort during extended use. Colour coding helps minimise cross-contamination and aligns with HACCP protocols, making this range ideal for professional hospitality environments. Backed by Wüsthof’s lifetime warranty, the Colour Range provides chefs with dependable performance and safety.
Product Details
Product Details
- Origin: Solingen, Germany
- Material: X50CrMoV15 stainless steel (Wüsthof proprietary alloy)
- Construction: Precision‑forged from a single piece of X50CrMoV15 stainless steel
- Handle: Triple‑riveted black POM (polyoxymethylene)
- Pack size: 1 per box
Materials & Care
Materials & Care
- Blade steel: X50CrMoV15 explained
X = stainless steel (high chromium stainless family)
50 = ~0.50% carbon → hardness & edge sharpness
Cr = chromium → corrosion resistance
Mo = molybdenum → added strength & rust resistance
V = vanadium → toughness & wear resistance
15 = ~15% chromium in the alloy
- Tempered to 58° HRC for balanced edge retention & toughness
- Laser‑assisted sharpening for precise, consistent edges from first use
- Dishwasher safe, but hand wash recommended to preserve edge/handle
- Regular honing; occasional sharpening to maintain peak performance
Performance
Performance
- PEtec edge: up to 20% sharper with 2× edge retention vs conventional grinding
- Forged full‑tang build for balance, control, and durability in service
- Ergonomic handle reduces fatigue in prolonged prep
- Individually inspected in Solingen, Germany
- Lifetime warranty against blade defects
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