{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-blue-damascus-gyuto-210mm-olive-wood","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Blue Coating Damascus Gyuto 210mm - Olive Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlending the evocative imagery of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003eRyuhyo\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e (drift ice) with advanced metallurgy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this 210mm Gyuto elevates the kitchen centerpiece into a functional work of art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Centered around an ultra-hard SG2 powdered metallurgy steel core,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the multi-layered stainless Damascus cladding is treated with a specialized blue coating process that mimics the deep azure hues of arctic ocean waters shifting beneath frozen ice shelves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Balanced by a classic octagonal olive wood handle,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this 210mm profile provides nimble,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e lightning-fast handling,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e effortless glide,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and outstanding edge retention for everyday prep.\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\"\u003eSG2 \/ R2 Micro-Carbide Powder Steel Core:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardened to 62–63 HRC,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the powdered metallurgical core delivers laser-sharp edge precision,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e extended edge retention,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and superior corrosion resistance while remaining smooth and responsive on water stones.\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\"\u003eSpecialized Blue-Coated Damascus Cladding:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Multi-layer stainless Damascus steel treated with a specialized electrolytic blue finish that highlights dramatic contrasts between flowing wave lines and deep sea tones,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e all while preserving an exposed,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e razor-sharp bright cutting edge.\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\"\u003eAgile 210mm Multi-Purpose Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The quintessential Japanese chef's knife geometry—offering optimal blade agility for push-cutting,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rock-chopping,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and fine tip work across meats,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fish,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and produce without feeling unwieldy.\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\"\u003eErgonomic Octagonal 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 providing a comfortable,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e secure grip for both pinch and handle holds alongside natural resistance to kitchen moisture.\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\"\u003eHand-Ground Thin Geometry:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Expertly ground thin behind the edge by skilled Japanese sharpeners to reduce cutting resistance and slice effortlessly through dense vegetables without wedging.\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\"\u003eRyuhyo (Blue Edition)\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\"\u003eSG2 \/ R2 Stainless Powder 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\"\u003eMulti-Layer Stainless Damascus with Specialized Blue Coating\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\"\u003eBlue Coated Damascus\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\"\u003eSoft Sponge \u0026amp; Hand Wash Only:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wash gently by hand using warm water and mild dish soap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Never use abrasive scouring pads,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e steel wool,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or harsh acidic detergents,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which can scratch or wear away the blue Damascus finish.\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 harsh caustic detergents,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and water pressure will degrade the natural olive wood handle and ruin the blade finish.\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\"\u003ePrevent Chipping:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Do not use this blade on bones,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e frozen food,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e hard pits,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or dense rinds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Always cut on soft wooden (such as hinoki or end-grain walnut) or synthetic rubber cutting boards.\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\"\u003eWhetstone Maintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sharpen exclusively using fine Japanese water whetstones (1000–6000 grit).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avoid honing rods,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pull-through devices,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or electric sharpeners that could strip the blue finish along the blade face.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default 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