The Equilibrium Santoku knife is masterfully constructed from German chromium-molybdenum-vanadium stainless steel. Originating in Japan, Santoku knives are similar in function to a chef’s knife but are generally used for producing finer cuts of meat, fruit, or vegetable. As a general-purpose knife, it is the perfect blade for chopping, dicing, and mincing to prepare most food types, from seafood or meat to fruits and herbs. Equilibrium is defined as "a state in which opposing forces or influences are perfectly balanced" and this is what we seek to achieve with this knife.