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Shindo Enjin SRK8 Santoku 165mm
Shindo Enjin SRK8 Santoku 165mm Shindo Enjin SRK8 Santoku 165mmShindo Enjin SRK8 Santoku 165mmShindo Enjin SRK8 Santoku 165mm
Shindo Enjin SRK8 Santoku 165mmShindo Enjin SRK8 Santoku 165mmShindo Enjin SRK8 Santoku 165mmShindo Enjin SRK8 Santoku 165mm

Shindo Enjin SRK8 Santoku 165mm

Item #: EK8-S16U

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Blacksmith Shindo san is working in the Tosa region of Japan and produces these excellent knives. This hotbed of knife making is one of several centers around the country that have been forging and making metal tools and knives for hundreds of years. Recently the regional industry members in Tosa have decided to do something similar to Takefu Village by instigating a training program to encourage young blacksmiths to enter the field. One such smith is Shindo san, a young, up-and-coming blade maker who has been making knives for just three short years. We are most impressed by his skills and energy!

The Enjin SRK8 Santoku 165mm is pretty standard santoku fare regarding shape and proportions. These versatile cutters are becoming more popular in home kitchens due to their compact length, tall height, and general edge profile.

These blades are made with SRK8 steel, which is an alloy that boasts some similarity to Hitachi Shirogami #2. In the case of SRK8, chrome and nickel are added for extra toughness and resilience. The steel is heat-treated to HRC 63+. It should therefore hold a good edge and be easy to sharpen.

Enjin is a name derived from two Japanese words: “en” means flame, and “jin” means blade. We really like the connotation and to emphasize it we asked for a burnt handle finish for these blades!

  • Brand: Enjin
  • Blacksmith: Shindo San
  • Location: Kami City, Kochi Prefecture, Japan
  • Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
  • Edge Steel: SRK8 Carbon Steel
  • Cladding: Soft Iron
  • Finish: Kurouchi/Sand Blast/Polished
  • Edge Grind: Even
  • HRC: 63 +-
  • Handle: Oak Octagonal Burnt Finish
  • Weight: 4.7 oz (134 g)
  • Edge Length: 169 mm
  • Total Length: 312 mm
  • Spine Thickness at Heel: 4.9 mm
  • Blade Height at Heel: 46.5 mm



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      Striking looks, quality blade, April 20, 2023
    Posted By: Joe

    This is my first handcrafted knife and I love it. The blacksmith finish really caught my eye and the burnt handle matches wonderfully. The balance point is perfect for a choked up pinch grip, very comfortable to use. The size and shape is everything I was looking for in a santoku. Has a nice heft without being heavy and feels sturdy as heck. The handle does seem relatively long on mine but I got used to it pretty quick. It wasn't razor sharp out of the box but still basically beat the paper test. Looking forward to using for years to come!

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      beautiful knife, sharp out of the box
    Posted By: Andy

    cooking for a long time with German steel so new to the world of Japanese knives but this santoku is a beast. Not only beautiful but super sharp out of the box. Have done well to wipe immediately after use so after 2 months no noticeable rusting or patina yet.

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