Santoku knife, blade 17 cm

Honestly, I was a bit worried a 17 cm blade might feel small for a santoku, but it's actually perfect for my everyday prep. The weight is well-balanced and the edge on this thing took a lot of work off my wrist when mincing garlic and herbs.

The 17 cm blade glides through onions and herbs like they're butter, and the balance feels spot-on for mincing garlic quickly. This has become my go-to for daily prep, and it's held its edge way better than my old knives.

Cuts through a pile of onions and herbs without me having to switch knives mid-prep, which is exactly what I needed. The 17 cm blade feels balanced in hand, though the handle could use a bit more grip when things get greasy.