Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Santoku 180mm Ebony HandleThe Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Santoku 180mm is a stainless clad general purpose knife best fit for professional chefs and students requiring a compact daily cutter. This double bevel santoku features an SG2 powdered steel core with san mai stainless damascus cladding and a migaki surface finish. The blade measures 180mm in length with a heel height of 49mm, weighing 122g. SG2 steel achieves 62 64 HRC hardness and offers high wear resistance

Hardened to HRC 60-61

this knife combines artistic craftsmanship with functional performance

The Hatsukokoro Ginga ATS34 Damascus Nakiri 165mm is a double-bevel Japanese vegetable knife forged by Yoshihiro Yauji in Takefu

This model weighs 62g and has a spine thickness of 1

4mm at the heel and 0

and G10 materials with a tapered rear end and wider midsection for grip control

The SG2 core offers excellent edge retention and wear resistance due to uniform carbide distribution from its powdered metallurgy

the blade pairs with a stabilised birch burl octagonal handle that provides durable grip and distinct grain texture

These stones are designed for professionals who put the highest daily demands on their knives

Blue 1 steel achieves 61-64 HRC and requires regular wiping and drying after use as the reactive carbon core develops a patina over time

this knife pairs the stainless blade with an octagonal ebony wa-handle that offers a tapered geometric grip

reducing the strain on your hands while grating