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Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Migaki Kiritsuke Gyuto 210mm - Olive Wood Handle

Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Migaki Kiritsuke Gyuto 210mm - Olive Wood Handle

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Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Migaki Kiritsuke Gyuto 210mm - Olive Wood Handle

Clad in the beauty of drift ice, this Kiritsuke Gyuto boasts the overwhelming sharpness of SG2 powdered high-speed steel. It is a top-tier, professional-grade Japanese kitchen knife where delicate Damascus patterns, a radiant polished finish, and a beautiful natural olive wood handle exist in perfect harmony.

Key Features

  • SG2 / R2 Powder Steel Core: Forged with premium SG2 powdered high-speed steel at its core, this blade achieves exceptional, long-lasting edge retention and an elite hardness rating of HRC 62-63.

  • Ryuhyo Damascus & Migaki Finish: The blade surface features a stunning Damascus pattern inspired by Ryuhyo (drift ice), completed with a gleaming Migaki (polished) finish.

  • Kiritsuke Gyuto Profile: Combining the sharp, aggressive tip of a Kiritsuke with the versatile, flat-sloped belly of a Gyuto, this is the ultimate multi-purpose knife for precise slicing and chopping of meat, fish, and vegetables.

  • Natural Olive Wood Handle: Crafted into a traditional octagonal (Hakkaku) profile, the natural olive wood handle provides a secure, ergonomic grip and showcases unique, striking wood grain patterns.

  • Handcrafted Precision: Meticulously hand-finished by master craftsmen and traditional artisans in Japan, ensuring world-class performance and quality in every single knife.

Specifications

Attribute Specification
Brand Hatsukokoro
Line Ryuhyo
Knife Type Kiritsuke Gyuto
Blade Length 210mm
Steel Type SG2 / R2 Stainless Powder Steel (Core)
Cladding Stainless Damascus Steel
Finish Migaki (Polished)
HRC (Hardness) 62 - 63
Handle Material Natural Olive Wood (Octagonal)
Edge Angle Double-beveled (50/50)
Place of Origin Japan

Care Instructions

  • Hand Wash Only: Never put this knife in the dishwasher. Wash by hand using warm water and a mild detergent, then immediately dry it thoroughly with a soft towel to prevent water spots.

  • Avoid Hard Foods: Do not use this knife to cut bones, frozen foods, ice, or extremely hard rinds (such as winter squash or coconuts), as this can easily cause the hard, thin edge to chip.

  • Proper Sharpening: Sharpening on water whetstones is highly recommended. To protect the geometry and integrity of the SG2 steel, avoid using honing rods, pull-through sharpeners, or electric sharpening machines.

Brand: Hatsukokoro
Series: Ryuhyo
Origin: Seki, Japan
Shape: Gyuto (Chef's Knife)

Blade Construction: San Mai
Core Steel: SG2 Powder Stainless Steel
Hardness: 62-63 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel Damascus
Finish: Mirror Polish
Engraving: Laser Engraved ("Hatsukokoro")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)

Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Olivewood

Blade Length: (210mm)
Blade Height: (47mm)
Handle Length: 137mm)
Overall Length: (360mm)
Spine Thickness: 1.9mm at Heel
Weight: 5.8 oz. (133g)

Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe).

 

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