{"title":"Takeshi Saji Blue 2 Coloured Damascus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe Blue 2 colored Damascus is a Saji exclusive product. Saji-san use multiple types of exotic and hard-to-forge material such as copper to create this beautiful Damascus pattern. Unlike many damascus knives (even hand forged) are made of pre-laminated stock from factory, this colored Damascus with Hitachi Blue 2 core is hand forged in Saji-san's workshop in Takefu. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"saji-r2-diamond-damascus-gyuto-210mm-mt-fuji-maki-e-lacquered-saya-and-handle-set","title":"Saji R2 Diamond Damascus Gyuto 210mm, Mt Fuji Maki-e Lacquered Saya and Handle Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Diamond Damascus SG2 line Takeshi Saji's signature series. The deep etched damascus pattern has a rich and elegant texture that is different to any other damascus pattern. It is often the first choice for most Saji customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e210 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e186 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e368 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e217 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e50 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e2.4 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e2.1 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1 cm from tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22%;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e1.1 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSteel type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e R2 (SG2) core in damascus clad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHardness (HRC):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e 62-63\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Mt Fuji Maki-e Lacquered Saya and Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takeshi Saji","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44031114674397,"sku":"SJ-DIAMDMSG2-GY210","price":1999.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/SajiDiamondDamascusR2Gyuto210mmMaki-eLacquerMtFujidiamdmsg2C.jpg?v=1692798117"},{"product_id":"saji-vg10-rainbow-damascus-sujihiki-ox-bone-handle-240-270-mm-ox-bone-handle","title":"Saji VG10 Rainbow Damascus Sujihiki Ox Bone Handle 240\/270 mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Rainbow Damascus VG10 line is beautifully crafted by Master Takeshi Saji with Takefu Special Steel's unique copper \/ brass damascus billets. 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text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e211.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e245 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e368 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e405 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e238 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e273 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e38.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e43.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e1.7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e1.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e1.7 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e1.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1 cm from tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e0.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%;\"\u003e1.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSteel type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e VG10 core in stainless rainbow damascus clad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHardness (HRC):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e 60-61\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Colored Ox Bone Western Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takeshi Saji","offers":[{"title":"240 mm","offer_id":44048478503133,"sku":"SJ-DMCVG10-SU240","price":899.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"270 mm","offer_id":44048478535901,"sku":"SJ-DMCVG10-SU270","price":998.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/SajiVG10RainbowDamascusSujihiki270mmStagHandleD.jpg?v=1694177640"},{"product_id":"takeshi-saji-sg2-diamond-damascus-sakimaru-sujihiki-390mm","title":"Takeshi Saji SG2 Diamond Damascus Sakimaru Sujihiki 390mm","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-mce-fragment=\"1\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 54.1842%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e390 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e559 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 22%; text-align: center;\"\u003e405 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 54.1842%;\" data-mce-style=\"width: 54.1842%;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"width: 22%; 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The deep etched damascus pattern has a rich and elegant texture that is different to any other damascus pattern. 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Crafted in Takefu by fourth-generation bladesmith Takeshi Saji, this 270mm gyuto features SG2 powdered stainless steel clad in stainless san-mai construction with an etched diamond damascus finish. The blade measures 272mm in edge length, stands 54mm tall at the heel, and has a spine thickness of 2.6mm at the heel tapering to 1.2mm at the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 steel achieves 62-64 HRC hardness and offers excellent wear resistance, though it is relatively hard to sharpen. This general-purpose profile suits mincing, slicing, and chopping vegetables or meat. The distinctive western handle is crafted from desert ironwood with a bolster, contributing to a total weight of 305g and a total length of 382mm. As a stainless-clad blade, it is easy to look after and avoids the maintenance requirements of reactive carbon steel. 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This specific steel achieves 62-64 HRC hardness and offers high wear resistance, though the catalog notes it is relatively hard to sharpen. The slim profile reduces surface contact during slicing tasks, making it suitable for portioning large proteins or slicing terrines with reduced friction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe knife measures 273mm tip-to-heel with a 44mm heel height and spine thickness of 2.1mm at the heel, tapering to 1.4mm near the tip. It weighs 175g and features a distinctive western handle crafted from desert ironwood with a bolster. Takeshi Saji produces this line in Takefu, Japan, combining traditional forging techniques with exotic handle materials. As a stainless-clad tool, this sujihiki is easy to maintain and does not require the reactive steel care associated with carbon cores. 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The blade features san-mai stainless damascus clad construction with a migaki surface finish and measures 132mm in edge length. Takefu VG10 core steel achieves 59-61 HRC hardness and contains 15% chromium, 1% molybdenum, and vanadium for stain resistance and edge retention. This stainless steel composition supports easy sharpening and suits general-purpose kitchen tasks requiring detailed control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Nenox Cosmic Swirl handle is crafted from a resin blend of blues, greens, and whites with polished stainless steel front and back ferrules in a WA profile. This distinctive handle design pairs with the rainbow damascus blade to create an artistic presentation while maintaining functional balance for in-hand use. The petty profile offers a slimmer shape suited for intricate cutting tasks like deveining shrimp or preparing garnishes. 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This handle features a flat Tsukiji Masamoto style profile with a subtle taper and a central square mosaic pin, providing a distinct tactile experience and visual contrast against the polished blade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takeshi Saji","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46817857110237,"sku":"TAKE-V10RB-GY180-SAYA","price":529.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TakeshiSajiVG10RainbowDamascusGyuto180mmEbonyHandleMosaicPing.jpg?v=1758869472"},{"product_id":"takeshi-saji-vg10-golden-damascus-gyuto-210mm","title":"Takeshi Saji VG10 Rainbow Damascus Kurozome Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Takeshi Saji VG10 Rainbow Damascus Kurozome Gyuto 210mm is a double-bevel chef's knife best fit for users seeking a stainless steel general-purpose blade with distinctive etched damascus aesthetics. 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