HELENA Series 7-Inch Santoku Knife, Forged German Steel
An elegant and minimalist interpretation of the modern kitchen knife. Each blade is forged from high-alloy German steel for incredible durability, stain resistance, and edge retention.
- Forged from high-alloy German X50CrMoV15 steel providing a razor-sharp edge, exceptional durability and edge retention
- Full tang construction with slim, semi-bolster and ergonomic handle provides balance and a secure, comfortable grip
- 58 HRC (Rockwell Hardness Scale)
Description
Specifications
- Steel
- German X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless steel
- Construction
- Forged, solid-steel blade
- Hardness
- 58
- Blade finish
- Satin, polished
- Handle
- Fiberglass
SKU: 502506
Find the Series That Fits Your Kitchen
Every Cangshan series is forged from premium steel, precision heat treated, and hand sharpened for optimal performance. What are your performance preferences? See how the HELENA Series compares
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| Price | |||||||||||
| Price for 8" Chef's Knife | N/A (sets only) | $39.95 | $69.95 | $99.95 | $139.95 | $139.95 | $139.95 | $139.95 | $139.95 | $199.95 | $199.95 |
| Blade | |||||||||||
| Blade Steel | German X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless steel | German X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless steel | German X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless steel | Swedish 14C28N high-carbon stainless steel | Swedish 14C28N high-carbon stainless steel | Cangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus Steel | Cangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus Steel | Cangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus Steel | Cangshan's proprietary 67-layer X-7 Damascus Steel | Swedish Damasteel® RWL34 powder steel | Swedish Damax™ Damascus Steel |
| Steel Benefit | Dependable, everyday performance | Dependable, everyday performance | Dependable, everyday performance | Enhanced sharpness and edge retention | Enhanced sharpness and edge retention | Premium sharpness, durability, and edge retention | Premium sharpness, durability, and edge retention | Premium sharpness, durability, and edge retention | Premium sharpness, durability, and edge retention | Professional-level precision and performance | Exceptional performance and craftsmanship |
| Blade Construction | Forged, solid-steel blade | Forged, solid-steel blade | Forged, solid-steel blade | Forged, solid-steel blade | Forged, solid-steel blade | Forged, 67-layer Damascus blade | Forged, 67-layer Damascus blade | Forged, 67-layer Damascus blade | Forged, 67-layer Damascus blade | Forged, solid-steel blade | Forged, 135-layer coreless Damascus blade |
| Rockwell Hardness | 58 | 58 | 58 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 61 | 61 |
| Blade Appearance | Satin, polished | Satin, polished | Satin, polished | Satin, polished | Satin, polished | Hammered blade, flowing Damascus pattern | Wave-like Damascus pattern | Flowing Damascus pattern | Flowing Damascus pattern | Satin polished | Wave-like Damascus pattern |
| Handle & Construction | |||||||||||
| Handle Material | Synthetic | Synthetic | Synthetic | Synthetic | Olivewood | G-10 fiberglass | G-10 fiberglass | African blackwood | G-10 fiberglass | Synthetic | Pakkawood |
| Handle Colors | black, white | black, white | black, white; HELENA Color (prep, utility, paring): black, white, gray, red, blue, green | black, blue, taupe | natural wood | blue | slate | natural wood | gray | black, white, blue | black |
| Handle Shape & Feel | Rounded, traditional, ergonomic | Contoured, ergonomic | Sculpted, contoured, ergonomic | Sleek, tapered, ergonomic | Robust, contoured, ergonomic | Octagonal, ergonomic | Sculpted, contoured, ergonomic | Octagonal, ergonomic | Octagonal, ergonomic | Robust, contoured, ergonomic | Sleek, tapered, ergonomic |
| Bolster Style | Full bolster | Angled, full bolster | Angled, recessed bolster | Angled, recessed bolster | Angled, recessed bolster | Recessed bolster | Angled, recessed bolster | Recessed bolster | Recessed bolster | Angled, recessed bolster | Angled, recessed bolster |
| Tang Construction | Full tang | Full tang | Full tang | Full tang | Partial tang | Full tang | Full tang | Full tang | Full tang | Full tang | Full tang |
| Formats & Storage | |||||||||||
| Available Formats | Sets | Individual knives and sets | Individual knives and sets | Individual knives and sets | Individual knives and sets | Individual knives and sets | Individual knives and sets | Individual knives and sets | Individual knives and sets | Individual knives and sets | Individual knives |
| Sheaths (Individual Knives) | N/A (sets only) | Plastic sheath | HELENA Color (prep, utility, paring): plastic sheath | Wood sheath | No sheath | Wood sheath | Wood sheath | Wood sheath | Wood sheath | No sheath | Wood sheath |
Reviews
- DEDouglas E.Verified BuyerReviewingHELENA Series 3.5-Inch Paring KnifeI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars6 months agoParing Knife
Have never owned a precision knife like this !! State of the Art Craftsmanship !!
- SShelbyReviewingHELENA Series 17-Piece Knife Block Set, German X50CrMoV15 SteelRated 3 out of 5 stars9 months agoCracking handles
The knives are beautiful, but they haven’t lasted us very long. Less than 2 years and the handles are cracking. We don’t own a dishwasher, so our knives have only ever been washed/dried by hand. I expected more longevity out of this set.
Cangshan Cutlery Company9 months agoHi Shelby. Thanks for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear about your knives cracking. We take pride in our craftsmanship and want to make this right. For further assistance, please give us a call at 737-888-7777 or send us an email at hello@cangshancutlery.com. Thank you!
- AWAlexander W.Verified BuyerReviewingHELENA Series 23-Piece Knife Block Set, German X50rMoV15 SteelI recommend this productRated 4 out of 5 stars9 months agoGood knife set
Great quality, haven't used them enough to have any complaints
- KMKevin M.ReviewingHELENA Series 5.5-Inch Prep Utility Knife, Forged German Steel, Various ColorsI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars10 months agoAmazing knife
I have many knives from expensive Japanese imported , shun,wusthof , global and the is my most favorite knife. I find my self reaching for this knife without thought. The comfort of the handle and the slick design cuts everything like butter. With the price being so affordable it’s a easy choice for gifting someone from a professional chef to a DYI home chef.
- RARetha A.Verified BuyerReviewingHELENA Series 3.5-Inch Paring KnifeI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars10 months agoParing Knife
I ordered the red paring knife. I am obsessed with this knife. I have a set of Cangshan knives, but wanted an additional paring knife. I thought of just getting any knife, but when I saw all the awesome colors, I had to get one in red. The quality, effectiveness, and separate sheath is worth the price.