{"product_id":"hammer-stahl-7-5-santoku-knife","title":"Hammer Stahl 7.5” Santoku Knife","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.pd-hs75s-wrap {\n  --pd-bg: #ffffff;\n  --pd-bg-alt: #f8f6f3;\n  --pd-bg-dark: #1a1a1a;\n  --pd-border: #e4e0da;\n  --pd-accent: #c8102e;\n  --pd-accent-dim: rgba(200,16,46,0.07);\n  --pd-text: #1a1a1a;\n  --pd-muted: #5a5550;\n  --pd-radius: 8px;\n  font-family: inherit;\n  box-sizing: border-box;\n  width: 100%;\n  color: var(--pd-text);\n}\n.pd-hs75s-wrap * { box-sizing: border-box; }\n\n.pd-hs75s-stats {\n  display: grid;\n  grid-template-columns: repeat(4, 1fr);\n  gap: 0;\n  background: var(--pd-bg-dark);\n  border-radius: var(--pd-radius);\n  overflow: hidden;\n  margin-bottom: 32px;\n}\n.pd-hs75s-stat {\n  padding: 20px 14px;\n  text-align: center;\n  border-right: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.07);\n  display: flex;\n  flex-direction: column;\n  gap: 4px;\n}\n.pd-hs75s-stat:last-child { border-right: none; }\n.pd-hs75s-stat-val {\n  font-size: 1.05rem;\n  font-weight: 800;\n  color: #c8102e;\n  line-height: 1;\n  letter-spacing: -0.02em;\n}\n.pd-hs75s-stat-label {\n  font-size: 0.6rem;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  color: #9a9590;\n  letter-spacing: 0.12em;\n  text-transform: uppercase;\n}\n\n.pd-hs75s-intro {\n  background: var(--pd-bg-alt);\n  border: 1px solid var(--pd-border);\n  border-left: 4px solid var(--pd-accent);\n  border-radius: var(--pd-radius);\n  padding: 22px 24px;\n  margin-bottom: 28px;\n  font-size: 0.96rem;\n  color: var(--pd-muted);\n  line-height: 1.8;\n}\n.pd-hs75s-intro strong { color: var(--pd-text); 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}\n.pd-hs75s-faq-icon {\n  width: 24px;\n  height: 24px;\n  border-radius: 50%;\n  background: var(--pd-accent-dim);\n  border: 1px solid rgba(200,16,46,0.2);\n  display: flex;\n  align-items: center;\n  justify-content: center;\n  color: var(--pd-accent);\n  flex-shrink: 0;\n  transition: transform 0.22s;\n}\n.pd-hs75s-faq-icon svg { width: 12px; height: 12px; }\n.pd-hs75s-faq-item[open] .pd-hs75s-faq-icon { transform: rotate(180deg); background: var(--pd-accent); color: #fff; border-color: var(--pd-accent); }\n.pd-hs75s-faq-answer {\n  padding: 0 20px 16px;\n  font-size: 0.87rem;\n  color: var(--pd-muted);\n  line-height: 1.7;\n  border-top: 1px solid var(--pd-border);\n}\n.pd-hs75s-faq-answer p { margin: 10px 0 0; }\n.pd-hs75s-faq-answer p:first-child { margin-top: 12px; }\n.pd-hs75s-faq-answer strong { color: var(--pd-text); font-weight: 700; }\n\n\/* CTA *\/\n.pd-hs75s-cta {\n  background: var(--pd-bg-dark);\n  border-radius: var(--pd-radius);\n  padding: 20px 24px;\n  display: flex;\n  align-items: center;\n  justify-content: space-between;\n  gap: 16px;\n  flex-wrap: wrap;\n  margin-top: 8px;\n}\n.pd-hs75s-cta-text { font-size: 0.88rem; 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}\n  .pd-hs75s-features { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n  .pd-hs75s-sizes { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n  .pd-hs75s-virtues { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-wrap\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-stats\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-stat-val\"\u003e7.5 Inch\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-stat-label\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-stat-val\"\u003eGranton Edge\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-stat-label\"\u003eNon-Stick Hollows\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-stat-val\"\u003eX50CrMoV15\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-stat-label\"\u003eGerman Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-stat\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-stat-val\"\u003eLifetime\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-stat-label\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-intro\"\u003e\n    The Hammer Stahl 7.5-inch Santoku is the \u003cstrong\u003efull-size configuration of the Japanese-profile blade in the Hammer Stahl range\u003c\/strong\u003e. At 7.5 inches it is the standard santoku length, covering the complete range of slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks from fine herb work through to large produce and boneless protein in single passes. The deep granton edge prevents soft and wet ingredients from adhering to the blade during rapid chopping. German X50CrMoV15 steel, Quad Tang Pakkawood handle, 20-degree laser-set bevel, sloped bolster for pinch grip, and a lifetime warranty.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SIZE COMPARISON --\u003e\n  \u003ch3 class=\"pd-hs75s-heading\"\u003e7.5 Inch vs 5.5 Inch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-sizes\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-card current\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-size-label\"\u003eThis Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-size-inches\"\u003e7.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs75s-size-name\"\u003eFull-Size Santoku\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-items\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-item\"\u003eCovers large produce in a single pass\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-item\"\u003eBetter for high-volume prep and longer sessions\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-item\"\u003eMore presence and momentum through the cut\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-item\"\u003eSuits standard and large cutting boards\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-item\"\u003eSits better in larger hands\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-card other\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-size-label\"\u003eAlso Available\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-size-inches\"\u003e5.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs75s-size-name\"\u003eCompact Santoku\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-items\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-item\"\u003eMore control for precision and detail work\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-item\"\u003eBetter suited to smaller hands\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-item\"\u003eWorks comfortably on smaller boards\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-item\"\u003eMore agile for quick, repetitive tasks\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-size-item\"\u003eSame steel and granton construction\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- GRANTON --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-granton\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-granton-eyebrow\"\u003eThe Defining Feature\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eDeep Granton Edge. Food Slides Off.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOval hollows are ground along both sides of the blade between the edge and the spine. When the blade passes through food, the hollows create air pockets that \u003cstrong\u003ebreak the suction between the blade face and the ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e. Soft or wet foods (cucumber, soft cheese, herbs, mushrooms, cooked potato) slide cleanly off the blade rather than sticking after each stroke. On a 7.5-inch blade handling large volumes of continuous chopping, the granton edge makes the difference between a knife that flows through prep work and one that needs constant clearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- THREE VIRTUES --\u003e\n  \u003ch3 class=\"pd-hs75s-heading\"\u003eThe Three Virtues at Full Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-virtues\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-virtue\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-virtue-num\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-virtue-en\"\u003eSlicing\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs75s-virtue-desc\"\u003eAt 7.5 inches, the blade covers a full onion, a large zucchini, or a substantial boneless cut in one clean pass. No repositioning mid-ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-virtue\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-virtue-num\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-virtue-en\"\u003eDicing\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs75s-virtue-desc\"\u003eVertical chopping with a slight forward push. The full-length flat edge contacts the board on each downstroke for consistent, even dice across large volumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-virtue\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-virtue-num\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-virtue-en\"\u003eMincing\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs75s-virtue-desc\"\u003eFine chopping of herbs and aromatics. The wider blade clears a larger area per stroke, making high-volume mincing faster without sacrificing precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FEATURES --\u003e\n  \u003ch3 class=\"pd-hs75s-heading\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-features\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-feature\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-feature-num\"\u003eFeature 01\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch4 class=\"pd-hs75s-feature-title\"\u003eFull Reach for Large Produce\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs75s-feature-body\"\u003eAt 7.5 inches, the blade handles whole onions, large zucchini, capsicum, and substantial boneless cuts in a single pass. \u003cstrong\u003eNo mid-ingredient repositioning\u003c\/strong\u003e, no partial cuts that require a second stroke to complete. Particularly valuable for BBQ prep where large quantities of aromatics and vegetables go into a single smoking session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-feature\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-feature-num\"\u003eFeature 02\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch4 class=\"pd-hs75s-feature-title\"\u003eHigh-Volume Prep Efficiency\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs75s-feature-body\"\u003eThe extra two inches over the 5.5-inch santoku translate directly to how much ground the blade covers per stroke. \u003cstrong\u003eFor extended prep sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e covering large quantities of a single ingredient, the 7.5-inch is faster and less fatiguing than a shorter blade that requires more strokes to cover the same volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-feature\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-feature-num\"\u003eFeature 03\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch4 class=\"pd-hs75s-feature-title\"\u003eSheepsfoot Profile with Flat Edge\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs75s-feature-body\"\u003eThe blade spine curves down to meet the flat cutting edge at the tip rather than sweeping to a point. \u003cstrong\u003eThe flat edge contacts the board fully\u003c\/strong\u003e on the vertical downstroke, producing more consistent dice than the rocking motion a curved chef knife uses. The wide blade provides knuckle clearance through each stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-feature\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-feature-num\"\u003eFeature 04\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch4 class=\"pd-hs75s-feature-title\"\u003eGerman Steel, Japanese Profile\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"pd-hs75s-feature-body\"\u003eThe santoku blade shape is Japanese but the steel and construction are entirely German: X50CrMoV15, Quad Tang, 20-degree bevel. \u003cstrong\u003eMore durable and easier to sharpen at home\u003c\/strong\u003e than a Japanese steel santoku at equivalent sharpness, without sacrificing the edge quality that makes the profile worth using.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- CRAFT STRIP --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-craft\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-label\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-value\"\u003eGerman X50CrMoV15\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-detail\"\u003eHigh-carbon stainless. Forged and tempered to spec.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-label\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-value\"\u003eRockwell 55-57\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-detail\"\u003eDaily-use range. Hones well. Sharpens at home.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-label\"\u003eEdge\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-value\"\u003e20° Granton\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-detail\"\u003eLaser-set bevel. Deep hollow granton to prevent sticking.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-label\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-value\"\u003eQuad Tang Pakkawood\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-craft-detail\"\u003eSteel on all four sides. Phenolic-infused timber.\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SPECS --\u003e\n  \u003ch3 class=\"pd-hs75s-heading\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"pd-hs75s-specs-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHammer Stahl 7.5-Inch Santoku Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75SANTOKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSantoku (sheepsfoot, flat to minimal curve)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep granton (hollow-ground scallops to prevent sticking)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGerman X50CrMoV15 high-carbon stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRockwell Hardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55 to 57 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBevel Angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 degrees (laser measured)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuad Tang Pakkawood, phenolic resin infused\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSloped, for pinch grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlicing, dicing, mincing. Large produce, high-volume prep, boneless protein.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoam-padded gift box with magnetic latch closure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifetime (defects in materials and workmanship)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand wash only. Dry immediately.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHammer Stahl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003ch3 class=\"pd-hs75s-heading\"\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"pd-hs75s-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eShould I get the 7.5-inch or the 5.5-inch santoku?\u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-faq-icon\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"6 9 12 15 18 9\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 7.5-inch is better for high-volume prep, larger hands, large produce, and standard or large cutting boards. The 5.5-inch is better for precision work, smaller hands, and more compact prep environments. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you regularly prep large quantities of a single ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e or cook for groups, the 7.5-inch will be noticeably faster and less tiring. If most of your prep is at smaller scale and you value control over reach, the 5.5-inch is a better fit. Both share the same granton edge, steel, and construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"pd-hs75s-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow is the santoku different from the chef knife?\u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-faq-icon\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"6 9 12 15 18 9\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe chef knife has a pronounced curved edge designed for a rocking heel-to-tip motion. The santoku has a flat or minimally curved edge designed for a vertical downstroke with a slight forward push. \u003cstrong\u003eThe santoku contacts the board fully on each stroke\u003c\/strong\u003e, which produces more consistent and precise dice. The chef knife is more versatile for a wider range of tasks and has a pointed tip that the santoku lacks. Many serious cooks keep both and choose based on the task.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"pd-hs75s-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes the granton edge affect how I sharpen the knife?\u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-faq-icon\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"6 9 12 15 18 9\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eNo. The granton hollows are ground into the flat of the blade, not into the cutting edge itself. \u003cstrong\u003eSharpening is done exactly the same way as any non-granton knife\u003c\/strong\u003e: whetstone, pull-through sharpener, or honing steel at the 20-degree factory angle. The hollows do not interfere with sharpening and do not wear away in normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails class=\"pd-hs75s-faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this a good choice for BBQ prep work specifically?\u003cspan class=\"pd-hs75s-faq-icon\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"6 9 12 15 18 9\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eYes, particularly for the vegetable and aromatics side of a BBQ prep session. Breaking down large quantities of onion, capsicum, garlic, herbs, and root vegetables for a smoking session is exactly what the 7.5-inch santoku does efficiently. \u003cstrong\u003eFor the larger meat preparation tasks\u003c\/strong\u003e that come with serious BBQ cooking, the scimitar and boning knife in the 5-piece leather roll set are the more appropriate tools. The 7.5-inch santoku handles everything before the meat hits the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- CTA --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-cta\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pd-hs75s-cta-text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe full Hammer Stahl range is in stock at our Wetherill Park showroom.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hold the 7.5-inch and 5.5-inch santoku alongside each other before deciding. 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