The Taylor 5248374 Santoku Knife is a professional-grade Asian-style kitchen instrument designed for precise slicing, dicing, and chopping tasks in commercial foodservice environments. With a total length of 12-1/5 inches and a 7-inch high-carbon steel blade, this stamped knife features a hollow edge (kullens) to reduce sticking during complex cuts. Its stain-resistant surface and dishwasher safety support intensive usage and easy cleaning, making it suitable for busy restaurant kitchens, catering operations, and culinary establishments requiring durable, high-performance cutlery.
Top Taylor 5248374 Features
The Taylor 5248374 Santoku Knife offers a high-carbon German steel blade optimized for edge retention and durability. Its hollow granton edge reduces food adherence during slicing, while the non-slip nylon/silicone handle ensures safety during repetitive use. Ideal for precision prep in commercial kitchens, this knife integrates seamlessly into busy workflow stations, providing quick, efficient cuts with minimal maintenance. Its dishwasher-safe design supports streamlined sanitation routines, making it a dependable choice for high-volume food prep.
- Precision hollow edge: Reduces food sticking during slicing tasks
- High carbon German steel: Ensures superior edge retention and durability
- Non-slip nylon/silicone handle: Promotes safety during repetitive use
- Dishwasher safe design: Facilitates quick cleaning and sanitation
- Stamped construction: Contributes to lightweight, balanced handling for fast prep
Suitable for professional kitchens requiring reliable and efficient slicing tools.
5248374 Technical Specs
The Taylor 5248374 Santoku Knife is engineered for high-performance food preparation, with a 7-inch blade made from high carbon steel and a total length of approximately 12-1/5 inches. Its lightweight stamped design, weighing around 1.5 lbs, provides maneuverability essential for precision cuts in commercial kitchens. The polypropylene handle ensures a non-slip grip while withstanding frequent wash cycles. This knife operates within typical kitchen temperature ranges and is compatible with standard dishwasher cleaning routines. Its construction supports robust usage in fast-paced culinary settings, and it is built with food safety standards using stain-resistant, corrosion-resistant materials.
- Blade Length: 7 inches for versatile slicing
- Overall Length: 12-1/5 inches for balanced handling
- Blade Material: High Carbon Steel for longevity
- Handle Material: Plastic / Poly with non-slip grip
- Weight: 1.5 lbs for precise control
- Dishwasher Safe: Yes for simplified cleaning
- Temperature Resistance: Standard kitchen operating temperatures
- Electrical Requirements: Not applicable
- Construction & Finish: Stamped, stain-resistant, high-carbon steel
- Food Safety: Material safe for repeated dishwasher cleaning
- Dimensions: Approximate width 1.5 inches, handle length varies
- Usage Compatibility: Suitable for slicing, chopping, and dicing in high-production kitchens
- Maintenance: Dishwasher safe, easy to sharpen or hone
What is a commercial Santoku knife
A commercial Santoku knife is a versatile kitchen implement designed for precise slicing, dicing, and mincing of produce, proteins, and herbs in professional foodservice settings. The Taylor 5248374 Santoku Knife features a 7-inch high carbon steel blade and an ergonomic handle, making it ideal for high-volume prep stations. It is commonly used in restaurants, catering, and culinary operations that demand consistent, clean cuts and durable tools for intensive daily use.
Top Asian Knife for high-volume foodservice environments
The Taylor 5248374 Santoku Knife is a robust, precision-engineered tool for commercial kitchens with moderate workflows, ideal for slicing and dicing in busy foodservice operations. It offers high durability, ergonomic handling, and easy maintenance, making it suitable for high-volume prep tasks in restaurant and catering settings, ensuring reliable performance in professional culinary workflows.
- Operation Type — ideal for restaurant prep stations
- Kitchen Setting — suitable for commercial food preparation areas
- Foodservice Category — tailored for Asian cuisine and general prep
- Workload Qualification — designed for moderate throughput
- Use Case — optimal for slicing vegetables and proteins efficiently
Why Choose Taylor 5248374 Santoku Knife
Why Choose Taylor 5248374 Santoku Knife? It stands out with a high-carbon German steel blade and a lightweight, stamped construction that offers superior edge retention and maneuverability. Its stain-resistant surface and dishwasher-safe design support streamlined sanitation, while the non-slip handle ensures safety during intensive prep, providing a durable, restaurant-ready solution for professional kitchens.
- Compact footprint: Lightweight design for fast, precise cuts
- High-carbon steel blade: Ensures long-lasting sharpness and durability
- Dishwasher safe: Simplifies cleaning in busy foodservice settings
- Stain-resistant construction: Maintains visual and functional integrity
- Ergonomic handle design: Promotes safety and user comfort