Best Sashimi Knives Under $50 (2026)
We selected knives under $50 by scoring steel type, blade geometry, handle material, and overall value from product specifications and tagging
The Verdict
- Best Overall: Mercer Yanagi Sashimi Knife 10-Inch with NSF Handle — Best for traditional sashimi: long yanagi geometry and high-carbon steel for single-stroke slicing with ergonomic NSF handle
Top Picks
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Best Overall Mercer Yanagi Sashimi Knife 10-Inch with NSF Handle
Best for traditional sashimi: long yanagi geometry and high-carbon steel for single-stroke slicing with ergonomic NSF handle
Mercer Culinary Yanagi sashimi knife with high-carbon German steel and ergonomic NSF handle. Noted for sharpness and capable slicing; customers mention smooth cutting and lightweight feel
- ergonomic NSF handle
- high-carbon German steel
- taper ground blade
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SHAN ZU 7-inch santoku knife with G-10 handle
Best for balanced use: santoku profile with corrosion-resistant Swedish 14C28N steel and durable G-10 handle for control
Santoku chef knife made with 14C28N Swedish steel, featuring a two-tone G-10 handle for durability and comfort. customers note sharpness, balanced design, and good steel quality
- 14C28N Swedish steel
- G-10 handle durability
- balanced santoku design
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SHAN ZU 5 Inch Santoku Knife for Small Hands
Best for small hands: compact santoku with high-carbon construction offering precise control in a shorter blade
Compact 5" santoku knife with high carbon stainless steel blade for precise cutting. Lightweight, balanced design with ergonomic red sandalwood handle; suitable for small hands. Customers note sharpness and good steel quality
- 5" blade for small hands
- high carbon stainless steel blade
- ergonomic wooden handle