<sf> wrote in message ...
> On Sun, 18 Nov 2007 19:18:46 -0500, Sharon V
> > wrote:
>
>>Peter wrote:
>>> Thinking of picking up the Henckels Santoku "international line" knife.
>>> It
>>> is their value brand, and a 7" knife, and a good price.
>>>
>>> I've used one and I really like the feel of it as a daily use knife, but
>>> can
>>> anyone comment on durability? If I take proper care of it, can I expect
>>> it
>>> to last?
>>>
>>I keep hearing about Santoku knives. What is so different about them
>>and what do you use them for?
>
> Instead of having a curve like the French blade,santoku is straight.
> Hubby likes the Santoku, but my initial reaction to it has diminished
> and I've gone back to my french blade. I prefer the rocking motion of
> french. Biggest complaint: I haven't successfully resharpened the
> santoku back to my liking yet.

The one I am looking at is not completely straight. It curves up towards
the last 1 1/2" or so, it is still fine for rocking the blade to mince.