Takeshi Saji SG2 Diamond Damascus Gyuto 180mm — Ironwood Handle
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Overview
The Takeshi Saji SG2 Diamond Damascus Gyuto 180mm pairs a compact Japanese chef knife profile with a contoured ironwood handle. Made in Echizen, Japan, it brings Saji's distinctive Damascus finish to an everyday knife for chopping vegetables, mincing herbs, and slicing boneless meat and fish.
Its SG2 powdered stainless-steel core, also known as R2, offers strong edge retention with straightforward daily care. Stainless Damascus cladding forms the patterned blade faces, while the polished stainless bolster meets a Western-style ironwood handle with a decorative mosaic pin. The 180mm length suits cooks who prefer close control or work on a smaller cutting board.
Common Questions
Is a 180mm gyuto suitable for home cooking?
Yes. This size handles most everyday preparation while feeling more compact than a 210mm or 240mm chef knife. A longer blade offers more reach for large cabbages, melons, and long slicing cuts.
Is SG2 stainless steel?
Yes. Both the SG2 core and the Damascus cladding are stainless. Hand washing and prompt drying still matter, especially around the edge, bolster, and natural wood handle.
Does this knife come with its handle installed?
Yes. The Western-style ironwood handle shown in the photographs is fitted. No separate handle purchase or installation is needed.
Care and Use
Hand wash with mild detergent, rinse, and dry immediately. Do not soak the knife or put it in a dishwasher. Cut on a wooden or knife-friendly synthetic board, such as a Hasegawa cutting board. Avoid bones, frozen food, and twisting the edge in a cut. Maintain the edge with suitable waterstones and light touch-ups on a Tokushu Knife leather strop.
Specifications
- Maker: Takeshi Saji / Saji Hamono
- Origin: Echizen, Fukui, Japan
- Knife Type: Gyuto / Japanese chef knife
- Core Steel: SG2 / R2 powdered stainless steel
- Cladding: Stainless Damascus, san-mai construction
- Finish: Diamond Damascus
- Blade Length: 180mm nominal
- Overall Length: Approximately 305mm
- Spine Thickness (Heel): Approximately 2.6mm
- Spine Thickness (Mid): Approximately 2.0mm
- Weight: Approximately 209g
- Handle: Western-style ironwood with mosaic pin
- Bolster: Stainless steel
- Edge: Double bevel
- Hardness: 62–64 HRC
Dimensions and weight are reference measurements for this handmade model. Individual knives, wood grain, and Damascus patterns vary.
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.
