{"title":"Line Collection For Hatsukokoro Saihyo SG2 Kurozome Damascus","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-saihyo-sg2-kurozome-black-damascus-santoku-180mm-brich","title":"Hatsukokoro Saihyo SG2 Kurozome Black Damascus Santoku 180mm Birch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Saihyo SG2 Kurozome Black Damascus Santoku 180mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking an etched stainless damascus blade with a stabilised birch burl handle. This 180mm santoku features Takefu SG2 powdered steel at 62-64 HRC in a sanmai stainless damascus clad construction with a Kurozome etched surface finish. The profile suits slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks, offering a controllable chopping experience for home cooks requiring a compact everyday knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 steel provides high wear resistance and edge retention due to uniform carbide distribution from its powdered metallurgy. The stainless clad sanmai construction ensures the blade remains stainless while displaying the decorative black damascus pattern. Weighing 160g with a 43mm heel height, this knife pairs an octagonal wa handle made of stabilised birch burl with spacer. The spine measures 1.9mm at the heel, tapering to 0.4mm at the tip. As part of the Saihyo line, the Kurozome etching distinguishes this model within Hatsukokoro's diverse range produced through collaboration with craftsmen across Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45674874372317,"sku":"HS-SAIHY-SG2KDM-ST180BR","price":429.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/Hatsukokoro_Saihyo_SG2_Kurozome_Black_Damascus_Santoku_180mm_Brich-20240909-01.jpg?v=1725864724"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-saihyo-sg2-kurozome-black-damascus-gyuto-210mm-birch-copy","title":"Hatsukokoro Saihyo SG2 Kurozome Black Damascus Gyuto 210mm Birch Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Saihyo SG2 Kurozome Black Damascus Gyuto 210mm is a stainless clad chef's knife best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking an etched Damascus finish with high wear resistance. This 210mm gyuto features a double bevel profile designed for general purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing, and chopping vegetables or meat. The blade measures 46mm at the heel height with spine thicknesses of 2.2mm at the heel, 1.7mm at mid, and 0.9mm at the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTakefu SG2 powdered stainless steel forms the core, achieving 62-64 HRC hardness for edge retention and uniform carbide distribution. The sanmai stainless Damascus clad construction requires care as the etched surface can be difficult to maintain. Weighing 138g, the knife pairs this blade with a stabilised birch burl octagonal WA handle that features intricate grain patterns and enhanced durability through the stabilisation process. Produced by Hatsukokoro in Hyogo, this Saihyo line combines artistic etching with functional performance specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45861657673949,"sku":"HS-SAIHY-SG2KDM-GY210BR","price":469.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroSaihyoSG2KurozomeBlackDamascusGyuto210mmBirchHandlea_382e7362-3eed-4d02-bbca-13cfc4b7e0a5.jpg?v=1732251492"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-saihyo-sg2-kurozome-black-damascus-gyuto-240mm-birch-handle","title":"Hatsukokoro Saihyo SG2 Kurozome Black Damascus Gyuto 240mm Birch Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Saihyo SG2 Kurozome Black Damascus Gyuto 240mm is a stainless clad chef's knife featuring Takefu SG2 powdered steel and a stabilised birch burl handle, best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking an etched Damascus finish with high wear resistance. This 240mm gyuto profile serves general purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing, and chopping vegetables or meat. The blade features a double bevel geometry and measures 50mm at the heel height, with spine thickness measuring 2.3mm at the heel, 2.1mm at mid, and 1.1mm at the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTakefu SG2 powdered steel achieves 62-64 HRC hardness and provides excellent edge retention through uniform carbide distribution that enhances toughness. The san-mai stainless Damascus clad construction requires care as the etched surface can be difficult to maintain. Weighing 184g, this knife pairs the blade with an octagonal WA handle crafted from stabilised birch burl with a spacer. The Kurozome etching finish distinguishes this Saihyo line update, presenting intricate grain patterns on the handle and detailed Damascus patterning on the blade face.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45861679726813,"sku":"HS-SAIHY-SG2KDM-GY240BR","price":529.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroSaihyoSG2KurozomeBlackDamascusGyuto240mmBirchHandlea.jpg?v=1732252572"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-saihyo-sg2-kurozome-black-damascus-petty-150mm-birch-handle","title":"Hatsukokoro Saihyo SG2 Kurozome Black Damascus Petty 150mm Birch Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Saihyo SG2 Kurozome Black Damascus Petty 150mm is a stainless clad utility knife best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking an etched Damascus finish with high wear resistance. This 150mm blade features a double bevel geometry and weighs 69g, measuring 29mm at the heel with spine thicknesses of 1.8mm at the heel, 1.5mm at the mid, and 0.9mm at the tip. The Kurozome etching provides a distinct black Damascus aesthetic across the sanmai stainless construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTakefu SG2 powdered steel forms the core, achieving 62-64 HRC to support edge retention and uniform carbide distribution. This stainless composition suits users prioritising longevity in cutting tools without reactive maintenance requirements. The octagonal WA handle is crafted from stabilised birch burl with a spacer, offering intricate grain patterns and enhanced stability through the stabilization process. As part of the Saihyo line produced by Hyogo-based maker Hatsukokoro, this petty knife combines artistic surface finishing with functional specifications for general purpose kitchen tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45861765677277,"sku":"HS-SAIHY-SG2KDM-PE150BR","price":349.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroSaihyoSG2KurozomeBlackDamascusPetty150mmBirchHandlea.jpg?v=1732490552"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.tw\/en\/collections\/line-collection-for-hatsukokoro-saihyo-sg-2-kurozome-damascus.oembed","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}