Cutco 1766 Santoku Knife 7 in
- 7 inch blade, straight plain edge
- High carbon stainless steel, forged
- Thermo-resin handle, dishwasher safe
- 8 oz, classic brown handle
- Forever guarantee from Cutco
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A forged Santoku with a plain edge and a resin handle that can go in the dishwasher. The title says sealed in a plastic bag, so no box or sheath is expected.
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ASIN: B000L17BQ4Model: 1766Category: Chef's Knives
Overview
A home kitchen cutting vegetables, meat and herbs gets a forged Santoku in high carbon stainless steel. The straight edge cuts smoothly, and the thermo-resin handle is made to resist the dishwasher. It ships in a factory-sealed plastic bag.
A broad, straight blade chops, slices and dices without much fuss, and the guarantee covers sharpening and replacement. The limitation is packaging and extras: no sheath, block or honing tool is listed.
Who it's for
Home cooks who chop vegetables and slice proteins on a board will find the straight edge simple to use. Those who want a serrated or hollow-edge Santoku should check other listings.
Pros and cons
- Forged high carbon stainless blade
- Dishwasher safe handle
- Forever guarantee offered
- Straight edge for clean cuts
- No sheath or block listed
- Plain edge, not hollow-ground
- Ships in a plastic bag
Performance notes
A straight edge pushes through food in a single stroke rather than rocking, which suits chopping and dicing. Forged steel gives the blade weight behind the cut. The handle is thermo-resin, which resists water, and the maker offers sharpening under its guarantee.
Specifications
| Brand | Cutco |
|---|---|
| Model | 1766 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 7 incheslower than 82% of 83 chef's knives |
| Item Length | 7 incheslower than 98% of 60 chef's knives |
| Item weight | 8 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Color | Classic brown |
| Handle Material | Thermo-resin |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Plain, straight |
| Model number | 1766C |
Closest rivals on specs
Wüsthof Classic Craftsman Knife 7 Inch- Item Length 7 vs 12 inches (-42%)
Victorinox Fibrox Pro Chinese Cleaver 7 in- Item Length 7 vs 12.2 inches (-43%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Cutco 1766 a serrated or hollow-edge Santoku?
No. The blade edge is listed as plain, described as an ultra-straight edge.
Can the handle go in the dishwasher?
The description lists the thermo-resin handle as dishwasher safe.
What color is the handle?
Classic brown, sometimes called black, according to the title.
How does it arrive?
In a factory-sealed plastic bag.