The Kershaw 6.5-inch Santoku is a great alternative to a chef’s knife. A Japanese blade shape, its shorter length and design make it highly maneuverable. Because of this, many chefs prefer the santoku for all-purpose tasks. This one is not only razor sharp, but the blade also features hollow-ground indentations, also known as a granton edge, to help food release more easily. Prepping meals seems almost effortless with the Kershaw Santoku.