{"product_id":"ryuhyo-sg2-damascus-migaki-kiritsuke-gyuto210","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Migaki Kiritsuke Gyuto 210mm – Olive Wood Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Migaki Kiritsuke Gyuto 210mm combines a thin stainless blade, a precise k-tip, and a mono olive wood wa handle. It is an all-purpose Japanese chef's knife for slicing boneless meat, preparing fish, and working through everyday vegetables with controlled, clean cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSG2 powdered stainless steel forms the cutting core, supported by stainless Damascus cladding. The polished migaki finish reveals the layered pattern across the blade, while the olive wood handle adds warm color and natural grain. Its octagonal shape gives your fingers clear reference points when adjusting your grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kiritsuke gyuto rewards push cuts and long slicing strokes. Use the fine tip for tasks such as scoring and trimming, keeping your movements light and deliberate. The 210mm size offers useful reach for daily prep while remaining manageable on a home kitchen cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a traditional single-bevel kiritsuke?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a double-bevel kiritsuke gyuto: an all-purpose chef's knife with an angled k-tip. Its even edge works for both right- and left-handed cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Ryuhyo SG2 suitable for home cooks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It suits home cooks who want a light, precise knife and are comfortable treating a fine edge with care. Use it for vegetables, fish, and boneless meat. Choose another tool for bones, frozen foods, and prying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes SG2 stainless steel rust?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSG2 resists corrosion, but prolonged moisture and food residue can still cause staining. Hand wash after use and dry the blade and handle promptly. Never soak the knife or put it in a dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy can the measured edge be longer than 210mm?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 210mm designation is the nominal size. Examples of this model measure approximately 218–219mm along the cutting edge. Small differences in dimensions and weight are normal between individual knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Sharpening\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork on wood or a soft synthetic surface, such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa cutting board\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid twisting the blade during a cut, dragging the edge sideways, or forcing the tip into hard ingredients. Store the knife with the edge protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain the edge with suitable whetstones and light stropping as needed. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/leather-strop-tokushu-knife-premium-xl-buffalo-strop\"\u003eTokushu Knife leather strop\u003c\/a\u003e is useful between sharpenings, and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/knife-sharpening-service\"\u003eknife sharpening service\u003c\/a\u003e offers professional edge preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hatsukokoro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ryuhyo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiritsuke gyuto \/ k-tip chef's knife\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, san-mai construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Migaki \/ polished Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Blade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Edge Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 218–219mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Height at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47–48mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine Thickness at Mid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 132–134g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mono olive wood, octagonal wa handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 62–64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel, 50\/50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements are approximate. Wood grain and Damascus patterns vary from knife to knife.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54966322790624,"sku":"TK-54966322790624","price":219.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-damascus-kiritsuke-210mm-olive-angled-front.jpg?v=1789798471","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/ryuhyo-sg2-damascus-migaki-kiritsuke-gyuto210","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}