{"product_id":"nigara-sg-strix-ko-santoku-with-carbon-fiber-and-gold-fleck-handle","title":"Nigara SG-STRIX Ko - Santoku 150mm with Carbon Fiber and Gold Fleck Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara SG-STRIX Ko Santoku 150mm with Carbon Fiber and Gold Fleck Handle is a compact, high-performance Japanese kitchen knife built for cooks who want elite edge retention, stainless convenience, and a custom modern handle. Forged by Nigara Hamono in Aomori, Japan, this knife features SPG STRIX powder stainless steel, a premium stainless powdered steel known for strong edge life, fine grain structure, and excellent cutting performance without the upkeep demands of reactive carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt a measured 150mm blade length, this ko santoku is ideal for quick prep, small-board work, vegetables, herbs, fruit, garlic, shallots, and boneless proteins. The 45.9mm blade height gives it useful knuckle clearance while keeping the knife nimble and easy to control. With a light 92g weight and a thin 0.81mm tip, it feels fast in hand and rewards clean, precise cutting technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe custom carbon fiber handle with gold fleck detail gives this knife a bold Tokushu Knife look while keeping the overall package lightweight and responsive. This is a refined Japanese cutting tool, not a heavy-duty German-style chef knife. Avoid bones, frozen foods, hard squash stems, twisting, scraping with the edge, or side-to-side pressure. For best results, use a knife-friendly board such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHasegawa Pro Cutting Board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance and Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SG-STRIX core gives this ko santoku impressive edge retention in a compact format. It is a great choice for home cooks who want a smaller all-purpose knife and for professionals who need a fast prep tool for tight spaces or delicate work. The thin tip makes detail cuts feel natural, while the santoku-style profile handles push cuts and light chopping with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want the sharpest possible out-of-the-box performance, consider adding our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/knife-sharpening-service\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTokushu Knife Sharpening Service\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. For maintenance between sharpening sessions, light stropping on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/leather-strop-tokushu-knife-premium-xl-buffalo-strop\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTokushu Knife Premium XL Leather Strop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e can help keep the edge crisp and responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is a ko santoku best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e A ko santoku is best for smaller everyday prep tasks where control and precision matter. It works beautifully for vegetables, fruit, herbs, garlic, shallots, and boneless proteins, especially when a full-size chef knife feels larger than needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is SG-STRIX steel stainless?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. SG-STRIX is a powder stainless steel, giving this knife strong edge retention with easier care than carbon steel. It should still be hand washed and dried immediately after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this knife suitable for home cooks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. This is an excellent knife for home cooks who want a premium Japanese knife that is compact, sharp, light, and easy to reach for. It is especially good for users who value precision and edge retention over heavy-duty abuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How should I care for this knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash only, dry immediately, and never put it in the dishwasher. Avoid cutting bones, frozen food, or anything harder than you would comfortably chew. For long-term protection, a light coat of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/100-pure-tsubaki-japanese-knife-maintenance-camellia-oil-3-4-oz\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epure tsubaki oil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e can be used after cleaning and drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nigara Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aomori, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ko Santoku\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e SPG STRIX Powder Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tsuchime Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 284mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45.9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness (Heel):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness (Mid):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness (Tip):\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.81mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 92g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbon Fiber with Gold Fleck Accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wa Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness (HRC):\u003c\/strong\u003e 65 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Grind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetables, fruit, herbs, garlic, shallots, and boneless proteins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash and dry immediately; do not use in dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shibata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53312665682144,"sku":null,"price":369.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/nigara-sg-strix-ko-santoku-150mm-carbon-fiber-gold-main.jpg?v=1783367102","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/es\/products\/nigara-sg-strix-ko-santoku-with-carbon-fiber-and-gold-fleck-handle","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}