{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-anmon-damascus-santoku-with-abalone-western-handle","title":"Nigara SG2 Anmon Damascus Santoku with Abalone Western Handle","description":"\u003csection id=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara SG2 Anmon Damascus Santoku with Abalone Western Handle is a premium Japanese kitchen knife that blends daily cutting performance with one of Nigara Hamono’s most recognizable artistic finishes. Forged in Hirosaki, Aomori, Japan, Nigara Hamono is known for bold Damascus patterns, precise modern heat treatment, and a blacksmithing history that reaches back more than 350 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis santoku features an SG2\/R2 powdered stainless steel core, prized for long edge retention, fine sharpness, and easier maintenance than reactive carbon steel. The Anmon Damascus pattern has a flowing, water-like look that gives every knife a unique visual character. Paired with an abalone Western handle, this knife feels like a functional showpiece: beautiful enough for collectors, but built to work through vegetables, herbs, fruit, and boneless proteins with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe santoku profile is one of the best all-purpose shapes for home cooks and professional kitchens. Its flatter edge profile is excellent for push cutting and chopping, while the broad blade gives good knuckle clearance and makes it easy to scoop and transfer ingredients. The Western handle adds a familiar, secure grip for cooks who prefer the feel of a traditional chef knife handle while still getting true Japanese cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, use this knife on a knife-friendly surface like a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa Pro Cutting Board\u003c\/a\u003e, wash and dry it by hand, and avoid bones, frozen foods, hard squash stems, and twisting cuts. To keep the edge performing at its best, maintain it with careful stropping on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/leather-strop-tokushu-knife-premium-xl-buffalo-strop\"\u003eTokushu Knife leather strop\u003c\/a\u003e or add Tokushu’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/knife-sharpening-service\"\u003eknife sharpening service\u003c\/a\u003e for enhanced out-of-the-box sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is the Nigara SG2 Anmon Damascus Santoku best used for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e This santoku is best for daily kitchen prep including vegetables, herbs, fruit, and boneless meats. It is a strong choice for cooks who want one premium Japanese knife that can handle most everyday cutting tasks without feeling oversized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is SG2 steel good for a Japanese santoku?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. SG2, also called R2, is one of the most popular premium stainless powdered steels for Japanese knives. It holds a sharp edge for a long time, takes a refined cutting edge, and is easier to maintain than carbon steel because of its stainless properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What makes the Anmon Damascus finish special?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nigara’s Anmon Damascus has a flowing, raindrop-like pattern that gives the blade depth, movement, and individuality. Each knife has its own pattern variation, making this santoku especially appealing to collectors and cooks who want high performance with standout aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is the abalone Western handle just decorative?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. While the abalone handle is visually striking, the Western handle shape also gives a familiar, secure grip. It is a great fit for cooks who prefer the feel of a Western chef knife handle but want the sharpness, edge retention, and craftsmanship of a Japanese SG2 blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ Blacksmith:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nigara Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hirosaki, Aomori, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Santoku\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e SG2 \/ R2 powdered 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\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e San mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anmon Damascus \/ raindrop-style Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 170-180mm class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 166-168mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 307-310mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 49-50mm at heel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness (Heel):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.0-2.4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness (Mid):\u003c\/strong\u003e Specs not found\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 148-165g before custom handle variation; abalone Western handle may vary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abalone Western handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Western \/ yo handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness (HRC):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 62-63 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel \/ 50:50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetables, herbs, fruit, 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\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"H\u0026K","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47148333269216,"sku":null,"price":529.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/nigara-anmon-damascus-santoku-sg2-180mm-06_91fa988a-5493-408e-8c19-e6ca2d9c8131.jpg?v=1781787364","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/es\/products\/nigara-sg2-anmon-damascus-santoku-with-abalone-western-handle","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}