Calphalon Katana Stainless-Steel 7-Inch Santoku Knife  Product Reviews

"I own Wustoff and Henckel knives, and this is, by far, the best knife I own - I use it for everything now. To be honest, I'm a bit put off I didn't save my pennies and buy the entire set instead of pieces/parting a knife set together. The knife is extremely well-balanced, and the handle encourages proper cutting technique. The edge is exceptionally sharp and retains it's edge very well. This is a definite must for anyone who really enjoys cooking."

"If I could only have one knife for the rest of my life, this would be the one. First, it is violently sharp and it hold that edge for quite some time. Also, it is the most comfortable knife I've ever held. The reason is that the bolster is smooth instead of having a hard edge like what's seem in most German cutlery. It is the perfect size for a variety of kitchen tasks, and if pressed, could be the last knife you ever own. Very highly recommended."

"As a dentist, my hands are very sensitive. I'm also familiar with the sharpness of a fresh scalpel blade. (Ok, I know some of you out there aren't liking this opening.) So, I'm very fussy about my kitchen knives. I have owned Wusthoff knives for over 25 years. Move over Wusthoff - Calphalon is here! Simply put, this Santoku knife is my favorite, by far! The feel, balance, and sharpness are fantastic. I have owned it for a year now, and it cuts like it did on day one. It stays sharp with just an occasional touch-up with a sharpening steel. While my German knives are good, I wish I had an excuse to buy more of the Calphalon knives. After use, clean it and dry it right away. It's less "stainless" than my Wusthoff knives, but the advantage is that the metal is softer, therefore easier to sharpen and enjoy using. If you're serious about your cutlery, I can't imagine not loving this."

"I've been in the food service industry for many years, and have used countless brands of knives. For home use, I've used many of the top brands including Henckels, Wusthoff and Kershaw. The Calphalon Katana Santoku is simply the finest kitchen knife I've ever owned. The razor sharp blade retains its edge amazingly well, with minimal sharpening steel work. The knife is well balanced and light and a joy to handle. Hand washing and drying are a must with a tool as fine as this. "