Higuchi SG2 Damascus Santoku 180mm with Red Pakkawood Handle
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Overview
The Higuchi SG2 Damascus Santoku 180mm with Red Pakkawood Handle is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife built for cooks who want excellent edge retention, stainless ease of care, and an elegant damascus finish. The 180mm santoku profile is one of the most useful everyday shapes in the kitchen, making it a strong choice for vegetables, boneless proteins, herbs, fruit, and general meal prep.
At the core of this knife is SG2 powdered stainless steel, a premium steel known for taking a refined edge and holding it longer than many conventional stainless steels. The damascus cladding adds visual depth while keeping maintenance simple, and the red pakkawood handle gives the knife a clean, durable, moisture-resistant feel in hand.
This is a great fit for someone asking, “What is a good Japanese knife for everyday cooking?” or “Is SG2 worth it for a home cook?” SG2 is popular because it gives you high-end cutting performance without the same reactivity concerns as carbon steel. For best results, use this knife on vegetables, herbs, fish, and boneless meats, and avoid frozen foods, bones, hard squash stems, or twisting through dense ingredients.
Common Questions
Q: Is the Higuchi SG2 Damascus Santoku good for home cooks?
A: Yes. The 180mm santoku size is easy to control, and the SG2 stainless core offers strong edge retention with lower maintenance than carbon steel. It is an excellent all-purpose Japanese knife for daily cooking.
Q: What is a santoku knife best used for?
A: A santoku is best for chopping, slicing, and dicing vegetables, herbs, fruits, and boneless proteins. Its flatter profile works well for push cuts and clean board contact.
Q: How do I care for an SG2 damascus Japanese knife?
A: Hand wash and dry the knife after use, avoid the dishwasher, and use a knife-friendly cutting board. For edge maintenance, use a fine ceramic honing rod or leather strop, and sharpen with quality water stones when needed.
Specifications
- Brand: Higuchi
- Knife Type: Santoku
- Core Steel: SG2 powdered stainless steel
- Cladding Type: Stainless damascus
- Finish: Migaki damascus
- Blade Length: 180mm
- Blade Height at Heel: 45mm
- Overall Length: Specs not found
- Spine Thickness at Heel: 1.6mm
- Spine Thickness at Mid: Specs not found
- Weight: 143g
- Handle Material: Red pakkawood
- Handle Length: 125mm
- Blade Type: Double bevel
- Hardness (HRC): Specs not found
Shipping, returns and order protection
US shipping: Free on orders over $99. Orders are normally fulfilled within 2 business days, and UPS Ground transit is typically 1–5 business days after fulfillment. Custom handle installation or sharpening may add 1–2 business days.
Returns: Eligible purchases may be returned within 180 days with a free prepaid return label. Knives sharpened by Tokushu Knife or fitted with a custom handle remain eligible if they are otherwise new, unused, undamaged, and returned in their original packaging with all included components. The same refund terms apply.
Order protection: Every order is insured. If a package is lost or damaged, contact us at Tony@TokushuKnife.com and we will handle the claim.
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Steel, Construction and Care
Our catalog includes stainless, semi-stainless and carbon steels selected for edge performance and durability. Carbon steels may develop a patina, while stainless steels are designed to resist discoloration. Follow the care guidance on each product page, hand wash only and dry the knife promptly after use.
