What is a 5-inch Santoku good for?

It handles vegetables, fruit, garlic and smaller cuts of meat. The short blade gives control for precise dicing. It is less suited to large roasts or big squash.

Is 7Cr17 steel good for a kitchen knife?

7Cr17 is a mid-range stainless steel common in budget knives. It sharpens easily and resists rust, but it is softer than VG-10 or high-carbon steel and needs honing more often.

Can I put it in the dishwasher?

No. The wood handle and the edge both suffer in a dishwasher. Wash by hand and dry immediately.

How does it compare with the 7-inch Santoku in the same line?

Same steel and handle, longer blade. The 7-inch covers more board and larger ingredients; the 5-inch is more nimble and easier for smaller hands.

How should I sharpen it?

A whetstone or a pull-through sharpener set for Asian-style edges works. A Santoku has a flatter edge profile than a chef's knife, so keep the angle consistent.

Where is the Kepeak Stainless Steel Chef's Knife cheapest?

At Walmart, for $20.68, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Kepeak Stainless Steel Chef's Knife?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 2 ratings.

Kepeak Stainless Steel Chef's Knife

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Kepeak Stainless Steel Chef's Knife

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Our take on the Kepeak Stainless Steel Chef's Knife

The Kepeak 5-inch Santoku is a compact Japanese-style all-purpose knife in 7Cr17 stainless steel with a brown wood handle. The blade is shorter than the 7- and 8-inch Santoku and chef's knives in the same line, so it suits smaller hands and tighter cutting boards. The steel is a mid-grade stainless that holds a working edge but is softer than the VG-10 and high-carbon blades on premium Santokus. The wood handle and double-riveted construction are basic but serviceable for a home cook.

Best forSmall kitchens and short counter spaceCooks with smaller handsVegetable and fruit prepA first Santoku for a home cook

Pros

Short 5-inch blade is easy to control
7Cr17 stainless resists rust with basic care
Santoku shape works for slicing, dicing and mincing
Brown wood handle with double rivets
Lighter than a full 8-inch chef's knife

Cons

Softer steel dulls faster than premium Santoku blades
Not dishwasher-safe; wood handle needs hand washing
No bolster or full-tang detail described
Small blade limits work on large cuts of meat

Kepeak Stainless Steel Chef's Knife prices at every store

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In stockSold by SHUDAN Tech LimitedReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.
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About the Kepeak Stainless Steel Chef's Knife

This is a 5 inch Santoku knife with a 7Cr17 stainless steel blade. The blade is sharp and durable, and the knife is lightweight, so it takes little effort to use.

The handle is wood with a steel head. The knife can be used on fruit, meat and vegetables.

Type: Santoku knife
Blade length: 5 inch
Blade material: 7Cr17 stainless steel
Handle material: Wood, with a steel head
Color: Brown
Food use: Fruit, meat, vegetables

Specifications

size: E:5 inch Santoku KnifeSource
color: BrownSource

Questions and answers

What is a 5-inch Santoku good for?: It handles vegetables, fruit, garlic and smaller cuts of meat. The short blade gives control for precise dicing. It is less suited to large roasts or big squash.
Is 7Cr17 steel good for a kitchen knife?: 7Cr17 is a mid-range stainless steel common in budget knives. It sharpens easily and resists rust, but it is softer than VG-10 or high-carbon steel and needs honing more often.
Can I put it in the dishwasher?: No. The wood handle and the edge both suffer in a dishwasher. Wash by hand and dry immediately.
How does it compare with the 7-inch Santoku in the same line?: Same steel and handle, longer blade. The 7-inch covers more board and larger ingredients; the 5-inch is more nimble and easier for smaller hands.
How should I sharpen it?: A whetstone or a pull-through sharpener set for Asian-style edges works. A Santoku has a flatter edge profile than a chef's knife, so keep the angle consistent.
Where is the Kepeak Stainless Steel Chef's Knife cheapest?: At Walmart, for $20.68, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Kepeak Stainless Steel Chef's Knife?: Rated 5 out of 5 from 2 ratings.

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