This Santoku Knife Is Perfect for Precise Cuts, and You Can Get It at a Double Discount

Personally, I love using the sharp flat blade of a santoku knife. It's perfect for smashing garlic cloves, steadily chopping vegetables, or slicing chicken breast. I've even used it to dice and scrape a paste out of wet ingredients, like anchovies for zesty salad dressings and marinades. And while I was first intimidated by the sharpness of the blade, I now reach for it every time I cook.

If you're curious about what makes a great santoku knife, here's the scoop. You'll want one with a razor-sharp blade, comfortable handle, and lightweight feel. Blade length is also important; santoku knives are shorter than their chef's counterparts, meaning they're a bit easier to maneuver. And right now, Henckels 5-inch knife that's a great choice for precise cuts is 41% off with a coupon at Amazon.

To buy: Henckels Classic 5-Inch Hollow Edge Santoku Knife, $54 with coupon (originally $92) at amazon.com

The Henckels Classic line is an affordable option from one of the industry's most popular cutlery brands, Zwilling. Thanks to its high-quality German stainless steel build, large sleek blade, and comfortable triple-bolted handle, users say this knife glides through meat, veggies, bread, and even tomatoes with ease. Shoppers confirm this versatile tool is excellent for smaller tasks, like dicing onions and chopping nuts, and offers greater control with bigger projects, like slicing large cuts of meat.

Other users praise the knife's small divots, which keep food from sticking to the blade, as well as its well-balanced build that makes chopping effortless"This is our family's favorite all-around knife," one said. "It's the one we always reach for and find that someone else has used it recently, so we have to wash it before we can use it for the next task."Right now, the already on-sale knife is just $54 when you apply an Amazon coupon, making it a great time to add one (or more) to your kitchen. Shop the deal now before it disappears.