Kurosaki | SKU: KURO_SGTCM_SA180

Kurosaki Yūgumo SG2 Tsuchime Santoku Vintage Stock w/ Saya

$9,793.00

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St Peters —
2 Bishop St Unit 2 St Peters NSW 2044
+61 2 8234 8818
Crows Nest —
107 West St, Crows Nest NSW 2065
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Detailed Specifications

Line	To Be Added - Stainless clad
Profile	Santoku / Santoku
Bevel Type	Double Bevel
Weight	128 g 4.52 oz
Edge Length	181 mm .7.13 inch
Heel Height	47 mm .1.85 inch
Width @ Spine	3.4 mm 0.13 inch
Width @ Mid	1.7 mm 0.07 inch
Width @ 1cm from Tip	1.2 mm 0.05 inch
Steel	SG2 / R2 \| {{ lbl_powdered }} Stainless
Blade Construction	To Be Added
Hardness (HRC)	62 - 64
Surface Finish	To Be Added
Handle	Octagonal Teak Marble Ferrule
Best for	To Be Added

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The Kurosaki Yūgumo SG2 Tsuchime Santoku is a 181mm double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for home cooks seeking a compact everyday blade for slicing, dicing, and mincing. This vintage stock piece features SG2 powdered stainless steel from Takefu Special Steel, hardened to 62-64 HRC, and includes a saya for storage. The santoku profile offers a less aggressive tip and controllable geometry suited to varied culinary tasks within its 181mm edge length.

SG2 steel provides excellent edge retention and wear resistance through uniform carbide distribution inherent to its powdered metallurgy. As a fully stainless construction, it resists corrosion while maintaining fine edge sharpness and durability during use. The blade measures 3.4mm at the heel, tapering to 1.7mm at mid and 1.2mm at the tip, with a 47mm heel height and total weight of 128g. The tsuchime finish distinguishes this specific Kurosaki release visually while the double bevel accommodates standard cutting techniques across the santoku's functional range.

Care Instruction

Don't cut hard things! Japanese knives are brittle so bone hacking is a NO NO!
Wash with neutral detergent after use, and wipe dry;
Please don't wash knife with dishwasher, it will damage the wood handle;
Be careful not to leave the knife close to a heat source for a long time;
It is a lot more dangerous to cut with a blunt knife than a sharp knife!
It is best to sharpen a Japanese knife regularly on a waterstone.

Profile: Santoku

Santoku
The Santoku(三徳) knife, embodying the meaning "three uses," is a cornerstone in Japanese kitchens, adept at slicing, dicing, and mincing. Esteemed for its versatility, it features a blade length typically between 15cm and 20cm (6 to 8 inches), catering to a wide array of culinary tasks. Distinguished by its less pointy tip compared to the Gyuto, the Santoku boasts a unique profile that contributes to its functionality and popularity. Its design is more controllable in chopping and slicing, and the profile is less aggressive, for those reasons, it has bacame a preferred choice for home cooks.
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Steel: SG2 / R2
SG2, also known as Super Gold 2 or R2 steel, is a high-end powdered tool steel by Takefu Special Steel, known for its excellent edge retention, wear resistance, and ability to achieve a hardness of up to 64 HRC. Identical to Kobelco Steel's R2, it's prized in premium knife making for its fine edge sharpness and durability. The powdered nature ensures uniform carbide distribution, enhancing toughness and reducing chipping risks. SG2/R2 is ideal for those seeking top performance and longevity in their cutting tools.
Manufacturer:
- Takefu Special Steel, Japan
Nature: Stainless
Hardness: 62- 64
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Handle Specs
Profile: Octagonal WA
Material:
- Teak
Octagonal Teak Marble Ferrule
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