Zelite Infinity Santoku Knife 7 Inch, Alpha-Royal Series, AUS10 Japanese Super Steel 67 Layer High Carbon Stainless Steel, Incredible G10 Handle, Full-Tang, Razor Sharp
| Weight: | 280 g |
| Dimensions: | 31.8 x 2.4 x 4.5 cm; 280.66 Grams |
| Brand: | Zelite Infinity |
| Model: | 9D-SVFM-9BXA |
| Colour: | Black |
| Colour: | Black |
| Dimensions: | 31.8 x 2.4 x 4.5 cm; 280.66 Grams |
This is an amazing entry level knife for any home (and based on the reviews too, professional) chef.
It has no issues cutting through fruit, veg and meat, feels sturdy, solid handle and a good weight. Throw away your old kitchen knives, and but yourself the pairing, santoku and chefs knife, and you won’t need any other again!
This is a really useful knife. Sharp as hell, balanced and a good weight. I took the advice given by the manufacturer and purchased a ceramic sharpening steel which brings the edge back in just a few strokes.
Simply blown away! I paid the same for this knife as my entire set 3 years ago (one just broke) as I want the best. I use it even to cut crusts of bread, just because I can!! Very sharp, solid, perfectly weighted. It actually gives me more confidence in my food prep. After 1 week I just ordered the carving knife – aiming for a full set knife by knife 🙂
Be careful using as very sharp which is good. Ali through a pork shoulder like it wasn’t there so nicked my finge
Easy to hold and well weighted, in my left hand. Time will prove how effective it is, with my cooking and in my kitchen.
This is my fourth Zelite knife, they are all fantastic quality and the customer service is great. If you want a good knife that will last a lifetime look no further.
Bought it and was blown away by the price for a well-presented white case with a leather sheath that came with it. Handle was more comfortable that my old chef knife and tested to cut thru paper. Mate I gave it too was happy with it was well. Not sure about value as with the price you can get another similar MIC knives also made in yangjiang the knife capital of china from aliexpress with a real wood handle and made using the imitation version of VG10 steel or imported AUS10/AUS8 steel for 10-20 quid less. If not willing to wait and worried by the warranty I recommend buying this brand on amazon uk
On first impressions this is a well made knife,comfortable to use,well balanced and very sharp out of the box,only time will tell how it holds an edge but its made of the same steel as my more expensive wusthofs so not forseeing any issues
Super sharp knife. Great quality at a good price. Will buy more in the series.
Excellent knife, extra sharp, have not had to sharpen it yet in 2 years.Would definitely recommend this produc
Worth every penny – this is a sharp knife. I thought the one I was using was sharp but this is amazing.
Nice box too for giving as a present.
This is a beautiful knife, I use it every time I can. Balance is perfect, it feels very comfortable in the hand and is as sharp as a razor. It was delivered very quickly and comes packed in a sturdy presentation box. I’ve had Santoku knifes previously and this is the best yet, highly recommended.
It is the perfect all purpose kitchen knife. Very sharp. Beautiful balance. Not too heavy and the blade is just the right length. Love it. Suggest that a cover might be an addition to protect the knife and those who might not understand what a good knife is. Niall
The knife comes beautifully presented and does not disappoint, effortlessly cuts through vegetables and meat; as you would expect. If you buy one you really won’t be disappointed. The worse thing about them is if you buy one you invariably will go on to get another and anothe
Arrived on time. Presented beautifully. Has a very sharp edge. It is a joy to use. Very sharp and light weight. Beautiful looking knife. Would highly recommend, especially for the price.
Fantastic service. Super fast next day delivery. The knife itself comes in a beautiful box and is well presented. The knife is fantastic. Perfectly balanced and weighted. Brilliantly crafted and sharp as a razor from high quality German carbon steel with a rock rating of 56+ absolute perfect knife
I was looking for a knife to cook, after several comparisons and research I chose Zelite. I didn’t regret it, the blade is excellent and the cost benefit is great. I have used it daily.
This is my second zeolite knife, and I find very comfortable to use with a very fine sharp blade
Really decent knife for its price range..
Stays sharpe for a long time,good weight for my personal liking and the handle is really comfortable..
It comes in a fantastic box and leather case . The only weakness is the actual ballance,but it’s not that important ,I guess
It really worth trying it .
It is my second Zelite knife, bought my first, a chef knife, around 3 years ago, still use it every day, so I know this knife are good, and can keep the sharpness a while
It came very sharp and its very comfortable, beautiful knife.
I wanted a chef’s knife for ages – and this really is a great knife. It glides through meat, veg and other stuff. Scarily sharp out of the box. Very well balanced – the pivot seems to be just at the end of the black handle part mid-knife.
It is not “heavy” but feels very solid.
First day’s use rating only – but really looking forward to using this for a long time to come!
Fifth knife in this set that I’ve bought, really sharp, comfortable to hold and easily cuts everything I’ve tried it on. I thought my old knives were pretty good until I started using this range. Well worth the money to me.
I wanted a robust new kitchen knife, and after looking at global, shun, and a number of other top tier brands I found Zelite. I thought I’d give them a go with their 7″ santuko, and I am very happy I did. Beautiful knife that feels extremely high quality and is excellent to use. Super happy.
The kids bought me this knife several months ago for my birthday.
It is now my go to knife and the best I have ever owned.
Beatifully balanced, stylishly finished and the keenest edge you could imagine… so treat it with the respect it deserves!
So good I have bought the same knife for my daughter as a gift for her in the first home of her own. She was not disappointed.
My only complaint.. they don’t do a 6inch cook’s/paring knife yet.
exactly what you want in a knife great value for the price 11 out 10
Another brilliant knife ! Order for my son who is training to be a chef ! Very good product well priced ! Arrived well presented with a discount for future purchases ! A Small family business that I am very happy to support ! I would recommend them to anyone
The best knife I’ve ever used. As a chef by trade I’ve tried multiple knives in my day job this is head and shoulders above the rest. Cuts through anything with zero effort. Can’t wait to try the rest of the series.
Of course any new knife in this price bracket should be sharp out of the box and you would expect that, no surprise then that this knife certainly is but it’s hardly the most important feature. So many reviews are harping on about how ‘sharp’ it is the first time they use it, wow, but no matter how high the quality of steel the cutting edge is not going to stay sharp through your expected many years of ownership without regular maintenance. Even careful use in everyday situations will eventually blunt it. So think about that – you can either have it professionally sharpened or even better: learn to do it yourself. A wet stone is going to offer the best method for keeping it like new but there is a technique which needs to be learned in using one. Avoid cheap electric or manual sharpeners as these may well destroy the edge entirely (despite claims to the contrary), and even the best electric sharpener will only get it back to ‘tolerably sharp’ – and not original factory sharp. I do own a CatraHone diamond electric knife sharpener which is perhaps one of the best and puts an acceptable edge (say, 90% of the way there) on my other general purpose knives. However I won’t be using it on this blade – the grinding angle is wrong for a start, so IMO it is wet stone only for this this blade.
Improvements? Well the knife itself is a fine tool and I can think of no particular improvement that is not simply about appearance. Steel hardness, brittleness, ductility and other intrinsic qualities affecting the cutting performance apart there is nothing extra to discuss I think. Some additional instruction on how to care for your blade should definitely be included as it is obvious that some people (reading these and YouTube reviews) think it’s fine to cut food on granite worktops, glass cutting boards and ceramic plates! Also, and although I’m not denying the box it is shipped in is cute and protects well during shipping, I would suggest that a simple but sturdy wooden storage case may be a much better alternative, it would last far longer and probably not much more expensive to produce either. As a viable storage option to a knife block or magnetic rail a hinged wooden case would add a touch of class. Personally I don’t want to be keeping a variety of cardboard packing boxes around my kitchen, they will go tatty fairly rapidly and thus consigned to a remote cupboard or the recycling bin – if not immediately (like mine) then as soon as it gets stained or scruffy or the possibility of needing to return it fades.
Anyway, in conclusion the Zelite Infinity 7″ Santoku gets a well deserved 5 stars from me.
Magnificent packaging (must have bumped the price up I have to say!)
Used my old fashioned test for sharpness, and it easily shaved the hairs off the back of my hand.
If you haven’t got knife skills – better get them fast. Be careful with this beautiful knife.
Arrived in a beautifully packaged box so great for a gift, my husband is a chef and loves it… had it a few years now and still sharpens nicely even when used all the time at work. Would buy from them again.
I love cooking, and have tried many different knives. Decided to give these a try and I really like them. I now have five. Bought this and a chef knife for comparison. I tend to prefer this one, but this is only my personal choice. Well made and I use a ceramic rod to keep sharp. I practiced using that on cheaper knives first. I keep these on a magnetic strip. Though the three big knives seem to be too heavy and slide down. Fortunately we realized this before fitting it on the wall. We placed it lower allowing the end of the handles to rest on a granite worktop, and problem solved. I always wash, dry and put back after each use. Only takes a moment and ensures my lovely knives are well looked after and will serve me well.
Personally I do not like the brand name being splashed across the blade (not that I have anything against this brand) which is why I have never bought a Zelite before, but very surprised by the finish, appearance, feel, weight, sharpness – beats other well known brands I have of higher price.
Got this as a Father’s Day gift and it’s great!
Really sharp and easy to use
Only issue is deciding which Zelite “grade” to go for, could have done with better clarification as to deference’s between Japanese or German steel etc
But very happy with the one I go
An absolute joy of cutting whatever you need to cut. It goes through the flesh without any resistance, literally no difference in force between cutting butter and beef.
Just be careful, the knife is super sharp. I’ve managed to cut myself two times already
This is a beautiful knife and is well presented in a box that would be an ideal gift for any occasion.
I bought this knife to go with the 8″ chefs and 5″ utility knives that I already own and I’m not disappointed. The knife is razor sharp, straight out of the box and is one of the most comfortable knives I have ever held. My wife prefers this to the chefs knife as it is not as heavy and handles beautifully.
I’ll definitely be buying more Zelite knives to replace the old knives I am using at the moment.
Very nice knife, its sharp but not as sharp as I imagined it would be.
Super-sharp general purpose kitchen knife. Slices through vegetables like a hot (err) knife through butter. Easy to use. Looks and feels amazing. Good customer service from seller too (who answered swiftly my query about the best honing angle)
I’ve just taken 1star off and the reason is, I’ve been a butcher now for 27 years so i do have knifes at home but i saw this and it looked great for everyday cooking, when the knife arrived it wasn’t as sharp as i thought it would be but literally 30 on a steel i could shave the hair on the back of my hand, it’s truly is a beautiful looking piece of engineering and very well balanced and very comfortable to use, I would truly recommend this knife and if you do keep it in the lovely case it comes with looks great on the side in the kitchen and you will not be putting it in a draw with other kitchen utensils to rub with it and lose the edge.
Have purchased several of this range. Beautifully made and honed to perfection. Used daily and look the same as the day they arrived. The quality is such that I don’t expect to ever have to replace them.
I bought this knife for general kitchen use, I delighted with the quality and handling of this knife, it works beautifully and is a pleasure to use!
Excellent product at a fair price. The knife handles beautifully. Professional quality. “
Been meaning to write a review for this knive for sometime. I treated myself about a year ago on one and it’s the best knife ive owned. I use it everyday and it’s weighted and balanced so well and keeps a razor sharp blade. I have a stone to sharpen it from time to time to keep it in shape. So impressed I got my dad one at Christmas, a keen cook like me and he loves it. Good work!
I really like this knife the only thing is I don’t think that it was super sharp like some of the other reviews state it is pretty sharp just not as sharp as I was expecting. But besides that I love this knife.
Excellent quality, feels comfortable and “right” in your hand. I will definitely be purchasing more to complete the set now I’ve experienced how well made and beautiful this knife is. Would be good if Zelite made (or recommended) a knife block to go with the various sets they make.
I purchased this knife for a Christmas gift and it was very well received. It’s very sharp and beautifully presented in a luxurious box. We have had excellent customer service from Zelite since our purchase.
Very pleased with product and customer care.
So far so good. Great knife, sharp, easy to hold and looks good too. I have already left a review for the seller, but do have to add they go above and beyond. Asked for advice re honing/sharpening and got an email with lots of advice and details, so much more than I expected. Really do recommend these knives and the seller and unreservedly. Look forward to adding to my collection. Hard to comment on durability as only just got the knife but expect good things.
Only got it today but chopped chillies, garlic and chorizo with zero effort, made me realise how blunt my old knives are. This is one very sharp knife. It’s comfortable to hold and I don’t think I will get a callous on my index finger as the grip is very good, it has a nice weight too. Can’t comment on the durability as not had it long enough. It arrived in a very nice box and definitely looks the part. Based on my initial reaction I would highly recommend it.
Incredibly sharp, perfectly balanced and a joy to use, it’s nice to know that true craftsmanship is still alive!
I would heartily recommend Zelite knives to anyone serious about cooking and fully intend to buy more.
Not a bad knife. Not really best suited for me personally but it depends on your preference.
1 the blade is a little thick for my liking
2 the damascus is not very prominent nor well forged
3 the center of balance is too far down the blade to compliment my grip style
4 the steel is quite soft and blunts noticeably quicker than other Japanese blades. The benefit being its easy to sharpen.
Dispute that its not bad for the money. A good starter knife
Have just used this comfort pro 7 inch knife and have to say it’s so good to use a knife of this quality.my old knives are good but not like this.so pleased with zelite will have to buy the other zelite knives I need.
I bought a set of Zelite knives (German steel), which are absolutely wonderful. Good steel, nicely balanced keep their edge and sharpen well. These are as good, if not better, than my set of Wustof knives.
Super fast dispatch. Excellent communication from seller. Item beautifully presented in gift box and my husband is going to love it for his birthday. My son, who is a chef, now wants one! Definitely be back for more.”
quick delivery. razor sharp be careful ,just a point even with the altered blade, veg still stick to the blade.
not a problem for me,ive been int the meat trade for 20 yrs/
I am an avid home cook and part of my enjoyment is in the preparation stage. I truly treasure my kitchen knives and my new Zelite knife is my new go to knife when chopping, dicing, shredding etc. The knife is well balanced and very comfortable in the hand plus it is extremely sharp. I would highly recommend the Zelite knives!
Zelite knives are my current favourite as they come packaged in a very pretty box and they just work. Very sharp and great at cutting pretty much anything. this is my 3rd Zelite knife and will be getting more.
Item arrived promptly as promised and well packaged. Used knife for the first time yesterday and it was amazing! Own a Japanese knife already but this Zelite Infinity was super sharp and very comfortable to use
Love this knife. Does what it says it does. Just treat it with respect though as it IS!! Very very Sharpe
Will be purchasing others from the collection. I like the weighted handle and how seamlessly the blade blends into the handle.
Excellent kitchen knife. Very sharp and a pleasure to use. I delayed posting a review until I had time to use it on a longer term basis but now am happy to describe it as highly recommended.
This was bought as a present for our son who is a chef. He was thrilled as he had wanted one for ages.
Delivery quick, and they do need a signature and check that you are over 18.
I use this knife in a commercial kitchen, it’s a great knife for the money, I think you would struggle to get a knife of this quality and build for less. Extremely sharp on purchase, and hones nicely. It’s still quite new and I’ve only had a couple of weeks out of it but a great knife in my opinion.
I’ve researched this knife for the past six months and finally made the decision to invest in one. From the first time I used it my knife skills improved 100%.
I have other professional knives as I’m a keen cook which I’ve used for over 30 years, I keep them sharp and they work very well, but the Zelite surpasses them in every way. It’s so beautifully balanced I can use the whole blade with little effort and unlike my old knives my knuckles don’t hit the chopping board anymore.
Worth every penny.
“Firstly I have to say that this knife is absolutely phenomenal in all respects and I can’t believe how different preparing food is using these knives. I haven’t invested this sort of money in a knife before, but in this instance I can say that you get what you pay for and some! This knife will undoubtedly last a lifetime – if you are thinking about buying don’t hesitate.”