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At SOFTCUT, we make hand-crafted knives for every kitchen

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Portland, Maine, USA

Featured Products

200mm Gyuto (C)
$375.00

This is the quintessential kitchen workhouse. Just under 8” long, its capable of most tasks from breaking down large protein to processing fruits and vegetables. This is a high carbon steel knife, meaning it will patina over time but features high sharpenability and edge retention. The blade is forged from 80CrV2 steel with a charred oak handle.

170mm Santoku (C)
$325.00

Santoku means “three virtues,” and this blade is just that. Capable of slicing, dicing, and mincing, this is one of the most popular kitchen knives in Japan. Under 7” long, its capable of breaking down fish, meat, and vegetables with ease. This is a high carbon steel knife, meaning it will patina over time but features high sharpenability and edge retention. The blade is forged from 80CrV2 steel with a charred oak handle.

100mm Paring (SS)
$175.00

This large paring knife was designed as the ultimate bar knife. While it can perform any of the tasks of a traditional paring knife, the tall heel and stainless composition make it excel behind bar in high-acid environments. The significant height and precise tip allow for detail work on a cutting board. This is a stainless steel knife, meaning it will resist most corrosion. The blade is made from AEB-L stainless steel with a charred oak handle.