{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-saihyo-sg2-damascus-gyuto-210mm-with-mono-olive-handle","title":"Hatsukokoro Saihyo SG2 Damascus Gyuto 210mm with Mono Olive Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Saihyo SG2 Damascus Gyuto 210mm with Mono Olive Handle is a nimble, stainless Japanese chef knife built for cooks who want laser-like cutting performance, strong edge retention, and a striking Damascus finish without the maintenance demands of carbon steel. “Saihyo” translates roughly to “Diamond Dust,” a fitting name for the bright suminagashi-style Damascus pattern that wraps around the SG2 powdered stainless core.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis 210mm gyuto is one of the most versatile knife sizes for home cooks and professional kitchens. It is long enough for slicing proteins, push-cutting vegetables, and handling daily prep, while still feeling controlled on smaller boards. The SG2 core steel gives the knife excellent edge life, and the stainless Damascus cladding makes it easier to maintain than reactive carbon steel knives. The Mono Olive handle adds a warm, clean look that pairs beautifully with the bright Damascus blade.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Saihyo line is a great choice for someone looking for a lightweight, refined Japanese gyuto with excellent fit and finish. The thin geometry favors clean, low-resistance cutting through onions, herbs, fruit, boneless proteins, and general meal prep. For best results, use this knife on a quality wood, rubber, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa Pro Cutting Board\u003c\/a\u003e, and avoid bones, frozen foods, hard pits, glass boards, and twisting cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is the Hatsukokoro Saihyo SG2 Gyuto 210mm good for home cooks?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The 210mm gyuto size is one of the best all-around Japanese chef knife sizes because it can handle vegetables, herbs, proteins, and everyday prep without feeling oversized. The stainless SG2 construction also makes it easier to care for than many carbon steel Japanese knives.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What makes SG2 steel good for a kitchen knife?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e SG2, also called R2, is a premium powdered stainless steel known for excellent edge retention, strong corrosion resistance, and refined cutting performance. It is a smart choice for cooks who want a long-lasting edge with lower maintenance than reactive carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How should I care for this SG2 Damascus gyuto?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash only, dry immediately, and store safely on a magnetic rack, in a saya, or with a blade guard. For edge maintenance, light stropping on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/leather-strop-tokushu-knife-premium-xl-buffalo-strop\"\u003eTokushu Knife Premium XL Leather Strop\u003c\/a\u003e can help refresh the edge between sharpenings. If you want maximum out-of-the-box sharpness or future maintenance, Tokushu Knife also offers a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/knife-sharpening-service\"\u003eprofessional knife sharpening service\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hatsukokoro\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saihyo\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gyuto\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e SG2 \/ R2 powdered stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Damascus \/ suminagashi-style cladding\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sanmai\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 354-358mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 45-46mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness (Heel):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.1-2.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness (Mid):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.7-1.8mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 136-142g\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mono Olive octagonal wa handle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel, approximately 50\/50\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness (HRC):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 63-64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seki, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"H\u0026K","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51723633623264,"sku":null,"price":279.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/hatsukokoro-saihyo-sg2-damascus-gyuto-210mm-1.jpg?v=1776516344","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/hatsukokoro-saihyo-sg2-damascus-gyuto-210mm-with-mono-olive-handle","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}