{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-damascus-kiritsuke-gyuto-210mm-bouleau","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Kiritsuke Gyuto 210mm Bouleau","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 210 mm \u003cstrong\u003ekiritsuke\u003c\/strong\u003e from Hatsukokoro pairs an SG2 powder steel core with a Damascus finish across the full body of the blade. The k-tip point, defining feature of the kiritsuke, enables precise detail work beyond the reach of a standard chef's profile. At 210 mm, the knife handles vegetables, meat, and fish with a versatile geometry while retaining the angular tip that sets the kiritsuke apart. Kanji are engraved on the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSG2 (R2)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a stainless powder steel produced by Takefu Special Steel, compositionally identical to Kobelco's R2. Its high carbon content (approximately 1.45%) and finely distributed vanadium carbides, achieved through the powder metallurgy process, deliver edge retention well above that of conventionally forged steels in the same class. The trade-off is sharpening: the abundant vanadium carbides resist abrasion, so more passes on quality stones are required to restore the edge. Despite a high chromium content (approximately 14.5%), the elevated carbon level makes it slightly more prone to rust than VG10, making rinsing and drying after each use a practical necessity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wa handle is octagonal, crafted from figured birch with a light-colored collar separating the wood from the blade heel. The octagonal section provides a firm, controlled grip through extended use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse and dry after each use. Never put in the dishwasher. Sharpening on water stones is recommended to maintain the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47764049035438,"sku":"RYU-SG2-KGY210-BOU","price":300.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/8600\/4398\/files\/hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-damascus-kiritsuke-gyuto-210mm-bouleau-1_d43df080-1f48-4613-8bac-448ba519ae5d.jpg?v=1776803437","url":"https:\/\/staysharpmtl.com\/en\/products\/hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-damascus-kiritsuke-gyuto-210mm-bouleau","provider":"Stay Sharp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}