{"product_id":"tsaji-sg2-kurodamascus-santoku","title":"Takeshi Saji SG2 Kurozome Damascus Santoku — Blade Only","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Takeshi Saji SG2 Kurozome Damascus Santoku combines a powdered stainless steel cutting core with the striking contrast of black Damascus cladding. Its broad santoku profile suits everyday slicing, dicing and chopping, while the blade-only format lets you choose the wa handle that completes your knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade by Takeshi Saji in Echizen, Japan, this double-bevel blade brings his distinctive metalwork to a practical kitchen shape. SG2, also commonly called R2, offers strong edge retention and the convenience of stainless steel. The layered finish gives each side its own pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade only: no handle is included.\u003c\/strong\u003e This knife requires a properly fitted wa handle before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this santoku best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVegetables, herbs, boneless meat and fish. The broad blade helps with controlled chopping and transferring ingredients. Avoid bones, frozen food and twisting the edge through a cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich handle should I choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStart with our medium wa handle options below. Handle openings may require fitting to the tang, so contact Tokushu Knife if you would like help selecting a handle or arranging installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs SG2 stainless, and how do I protect the finish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The stainless core and Damascus cladding resist corrosion, but the blade should still be washed by hand and dried promptly. Use a soft sponge; abrasive cleaners and polishing compounds can alter the dark finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Medium Handles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your build with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/carbon-knife-handle-for-210mm-knives-and-larger?variant=67599670640864\"\u003eMedium Shattered Carbon Wa Handle\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/tokushu-knife-shattered-carbon-gold-wa-handle-for-210mm?variant=67599670706400\"\u003eMedium Shattered Carbon Gold Wa Handle\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/tokushu-cypress-horn-ferrule-handle-medium-fits-150mm-210mm?variant=46568083718368\"\u003eMedium Cypress \u0026amp; Horn Wa Handle\u003c\/a\u003e. Handles are sold separately and require fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a knife-friendly wood or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/collections\/hasegawa-cutting-board\"\u003eHasegawa cutting board\u003c\/a\u003e. Hand wash with mild soap, dry completely and store with the edge protected. Avoid the dishwasher, prolonged soaking and scraping the board with the cutting edge. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/knife-sharpening-service\"\u003eknife sharpening service\u003c\/a\u003e can help maintain the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlacksmith:\u003c\/strong\u003e Takeshi Saji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Echizen, Fukui, 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:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kurozome black Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not included; wa handle fitting required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Takeshi Saji","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68306269110496,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/takeshi-saji-sg2-kurozome-damascus-santoku-blade-only-hero.jpg?v=1793446525","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/tsaji-sg2-kurodamascus-santoku","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}