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SLD Semi - Stainless Tool Steel

SLD stainless steel, originally designed by Hitachi for cutting other steels, represents a significant advancement in knife-making materials. It combines the long-lasting edge retention of carbon steel with the ease of maintenance found in stainless steel. This high-performance steel is part of a new generation…

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Save $64.00Tokushu Knife Tsuchime SLD Gyuto 240 mm, angled front view highlighting the long gyuto profile, pointed tip, and wood wa handle.
Tokushu Knife Tsuchime SLD 240mm Gyuto Sale price$235.00 USD Regular price$299.00 USD
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Save $60.00Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Kurozome Bunka 170 mm with olive wood handle, angled front view of the full knife.
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Bunka 170mm with Olive Handle Sale price$169.00 USD Regular price$229.00 USD
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Save $10.00Tokushu Knife Tsuchime SLD 135 mm Petty, angled reverse-side view with engraved kanji, subtle tsuchime texture, and clean edge line.
Tokushu Knife Tsuchime SLD 135mm Petty Sale price$159.00 USD Regular price$169.00 USD
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Save $70.00Tokushu Knife SLD Washiji Santoku showing off kanji on grey blurred background.
Tokushu Knife Special Edition SLD Washiji Santoku Sale price$159.00 USD Regular price$229.00 USD
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Sold outSave $80.00Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Migaki Gyuto 210 mm, full right-side profile with maker’s kanji and subtle hamon line on dark background.
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Migaki Gyuto 210mm Sale price$149.00 USD Regular price$229.00 USD
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Save $60.00Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Santoku 170 mm with olive wood handle, angled hero shot; close-up of damascus pattern on the blade.
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Santoku 170mm with Olive Handle Sale price$169.00 USD Regular price$229.00 USD
Tokushu Knife Tsuchime SLD 105 mm Tall Petty Ajikiri, angled view highlighting the compact tall petty shape and octagonal wood handle.
Tokushu Knife Tsuchime SLD 165 mm Hiraki Petty, angled front view highlighting the narrow pointed blade and octagonal wood wa handle.
Save $50.00Tokushu Knife Tsuchime SLD Gyuto 210 mm, angled reverse-side view with octagonal wood wa handle and subtle hammered blade texture.
Tokushu Knife Tsuchime SLD Gyuto 210mm Sale price$219.00 USD Regular price$269.00 USD
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Save $84.00Hado SLD Kiritsuke Gyuto 200 mm, right-side view highlighting clad line and wa handle.
Hado SLD Kiritsuke Gyuto 200mm Sale price$385.00 USD Regular price$469.00 USD
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Tokushu Knife Tsuchime SLD Nakiri, angled front view highlighting the tall rectangular vegetable knife profile and wood wa handle.
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Sold outTadafusa SLD Deba 150mm with Chestnut Sanjo Handle
Tadafusa SLD Bread Knife with light wood handle, angled full-profile view showing the serrated tip section.
Tadafusa SLD Bread Knife Sale price$159.00 USD
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Sold outSave $114.00Hado SLD Nashiji Bunka 165 mm, right-side face with nashiji finish; octagonal dark-wood wa handle, balanced studio lighting on neutral grey.
Hado SLD Nashiji Bunka Sale price$315.00 USD Regular price$429.00 USD
Sold outHatsukokoro Yorokobi SLD Rainbow Damascus 240mm Gyuto No Handle - Tokushu Knife
Sold outSave $50.00Tokushu SLD 150mm Tsuchime Honesuki Tokushu Knife.
Tokushu SLD 150mm Tsuchime Honesuki Sale price$149.00 USD Regular price$199.00 USD
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Sold outSave $70.00Tokushu Knife Washiji SLD Bunka 175 mm side view
Tokushu Knife Special Edition SLD Washiji Bunka 175mm Sale price$159.00 USD Regular price$229.00 USD
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Sold outSave $70.00TSUNEHISA SLD Migaki Santoku 180mm Yo Handle - Tokushu Knife
TSUNEHISA SLD Migaki Santoku 180mm Yo Handle Sale price$99.00 USD Regular price$169.00 USD
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Sold outHatsukokoro Yorokobi SLD Rainbow Damascus 210mm Gyuto ( No Handle) - Tokushu Knife
Sold outYOSHIKANE HAMONO SLD Black Damascus 170mm Santoku - Superior Japanese Craftsmanship | Tokushu Knife - Tokushu Knife
Sold outSave $70.00Tokushu Knife Special Edition SLD Washiji Kiritsuke 210mm angled blade view
Tokushu Knife Special Edition SLD Washiji Kiritsuke 210mm Sale price$199.00 USD Regular price$269.00 USD
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Sold outSave $60.00Tokushu Knife Special Edition SLD Washiji Gyuto 210mm
Tokushu Knife Special Edition SLD Washiji Gyuto 210mm Sale price$169.00 USD Regular price$229.00 USD
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Sold outSave $114.00Hado SLD Ko-Bunka 135 mm, right-side view showing kasumi finish and compact k-tip profile.
Hado SLD Ko-Bunka 125mm Sale price$285.00 USD Regular price$399.00 USD
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Sold outSave $50.00Hatsukokoro Yorokobi SLD Rainbow Damascus 270mm Gyuto (No Handle) - Tokushu Knife
Hatsukokoro Yorokobi SLD Cu-Mai 270mm Gyuto No Handle Sale price$449.00 USD Regular price$499.00 USD
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Sold outTSUNEHISA SLD Migaki Gytuo 210mm Red Yo Handle
Sold outSave $50.00Tokushu Knife Special Edition SLD Washiji Petty 135mm
Tokushu Knife Special Edition SLD Washiji Petty 135mm Sale price$149.00 USD Regular price$199.00 USD
Sold outTokushu Knife Special Edition SLD Washiji Nakiri 165mm
Sold outSave $60.00Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Nakiri 160 mm with olive wood handle, angled hero shot.
Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Damascus Nakiri 160mm with Olive Handle Sale price$169.00 USD Regular price$229.00 USD
Sold outSave $70.00Tokushu Knife Special Edition SLD Washiji Gyuto 240mm
Tokushu Knife Special Edition SLD Washiji Gyuto 240mm Sale price$199.00 USD Regular price$269.00 USD
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Sold outTokushu Knife Tsuchime SLD 165mm Santoku - Walnut Wa Handle, Semi-Stainless Steel, Handmade in Japan - Tokushu Knife

SLD Semi-Stainless Tool Steel

SLD stainless steel, originally designed by Hitachi for cutting other steels, represents a significant advancement in knife-making materials. It combines the long-lasting edge retention of carbon steel with the ease of maintenance found in stainless steel. This high-performance steel is part of a new generation of metals engineered in Japan, aiming to surpass the capabilities of traditional materials.

One of the main features of SLD steel is its exceptional wear resistance. Its hardness level is comparable to that of blue high carbon steel, yet it offers a considerable degree of stain resistance. The result is a knife that not only maintains excellent sharpness but also boasts long edge retention and the durability of stainless steel.

SLD Semi-Stainless Tool steel is highly recommended for professionals who demand a knife that can withstand the rigors of a busy kitchen, as well as for home cooks seeking a balance between low maintenance and the high-performance feel of carbon steel. This steel is one of the favorites in the industry, yet it remains relatively undiscovered by popular culture, making it a hidden gem for culinary enthusiasts.