{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-gyuto-210mm-olive-wood","title":"Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Stainless Clad Gyuto 210mm - Olive Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn agile,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e high-performance Japanese chef's knife built for demanding daily prep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Hatsukokoro Hikari 210mm Gyuto harnesses the formidable toughness and wear resistance of Hitachi SLD cold-work semi-stainless die steel,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e enveloped in easy-care stainless steel cladding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Featuring a clean satin Migaki finish,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a balanced all-around profile,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and an ergonomic octagonal olive wood handle,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this knife delivers laser-thin cutting performance,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e effortless push-cutting,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and long-lasting edge life with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHitachi SLD Semi-Stainless Steel Core:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardened to 62–63 HRC,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hitachi SLD die steel delivers remarkable edge retention,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e high wear resistance,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and smooth sharpening feedback comparable to high-carbon steel,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with the added benefit of semi-stainless corrosion resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e3-Layer Stainless San Mai Cladding:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The SLD core is shielded between protective outer layers of stainless steel,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e drastically simplifying routine cleaning and wipe-downs while allowing only the exposed core edge to take on a natural,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e subtle patina over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClassic 210mm Gyuto Geometry:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The quintessential multi-purpose blade length and profile,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e featuring a gentle belly curve that accommodates push-cutting,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rock-chopping,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and slicing through proteins,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e vegetables,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and herbs with fluid control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLaser-Thin Convex Grind:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-ground thin behind the edge by skilled Japanese sharpeners to reduce surface friction,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e prevent wedging in dense root vegetables,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and glide cleanly through food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOctagonal Natural Olive Wood Handle:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-fitted with an octagonal (Hakkaku) handle carved from dense natural olive wood,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offering warm visual grain variations,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e natural resistance to moisture,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and neutral balance for both pinch and handle grips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,1,0\"\u003eHatsukokoro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,1,0\"\u003eHikari\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\"\u003eGyuto (Chef's Knife)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\"\u003e210mm (8.25 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCore Steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,1,0\"\u003eHitachi SLD Semi-Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCladding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,1,0\"\u003eStainless Steel (3-Layer \/ San Mai)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,1,0\"\u003eMigaki \/ Satin Hairline\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,8,1,0\"\u003e62 – 63 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,9,1,0\"\u003eNatural Olive Wood (Octagonal \/ Hakkaku)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEdge Angle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,10,1,0\"\u003eDouble-beveled (50\/50 Ryoba)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,11,1,0\"\u003eJapan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eCare Instructions \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHand Wash \u0026amp; Dry Thoroughly:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wash by hand using warm water and mild dish soap,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e then dry completely with a clean towel immediately after use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e While the stainless cladding resists corrosion,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the exposed SLD cutting edge can spot or patina if left damp or exposed to acidic foods for long periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDishwasher Prohibition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Never clean this knife in a dishwasher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Extreme heat,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e caustic detergents,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and high-pressure jets will degrade the natural olive wood handle and ruin the blade edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAvoid Hard Surfaces \u0026amp; Dense Foods:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Do not cut bones,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e frozen ingredients,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e shells,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or hard fruit pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Always cut on soft end-grain wooden boards or Japanese synthetic rubber cutting mats to prevent micro-chipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sharpen on Japanese water whetstones (1000–6000 grit).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avoid honing rods,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pull-through sharpeners,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or motorized wheels,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which can alter the blade profile and chip high-hardness tool steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default 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