{"title":"Line Collection For Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Kurozome","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-damascus-bunka-180mm-saya-included-olivewood-handle-copy","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus Bunka 180mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus Bunka 180mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs seeking a pointier Santoku profile with SG2 powdered steel. This 180mm blade features san-mai stainless damascus clad construction with an etched surface finish and measures 278mm in total length. The Bunka profile combines a straighter edge with a reverse tanto tip, facilitating precision tasks such as julienning alongside standard slicing, dicing, and chopping of vegetables, fruits, and meats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 powdered stainless steel from Takefu Special Steel achieves 62-64 HRC hardness and provides high wear resistance through uniform carbide distribution. The blade is thin behind the edge, measuring 2.0mm at the heel, 1.7mm at mid, and tapering to 0.8mm at the tip. Weighing 134g, this knife pairs the stainless damascus blade with an octagonal ebony handle that offers a tapered geometric grip. The etched damascus finish requires specific maintenance considerations to preserve its appearance during regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46561737998557,"sku":"HATS_SGBRH_BU180","price":378.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroRyuhyoSG2BlackDamascusBunka180mma.jpg?v=1752212390"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-black-damascus-santoku-180mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus Santoku 180mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus Santoku 180mm is a stainless clad general-purpose knife best fit for enthusiasts, professional chefs, and first-time buyers seeking an etched damascus finish with SG2 powdered steel. This 180mm santoku features san-mai construction with a stainless damascus clad over an SG2 core, measuring 176mm in edge length and weighing 136g. The blade has a double bevel geometry with a spine thickness of 1.9mm at the heel, tapering to 0.8mm at the tip, and stands 48mm tall at the heel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 powdered steel from Takefu Special Steel achieves 62-64 HRC and provides high wear resistance through uniform carbide distribution. The etched black damascus surface requires specific maintenance considerations distinct from standard stainless finishes. An octagonal ebony handle pairs with the blade to provide a tapered grip profile suited to the compact santoku form factor. Designed for slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks, this knife offers a controllable chopping profile with a less aggressive tip geometry. Hatsukokoro produces this line in Hyogo, combining stainless cladding with thin geometry behind the edge for users prioritising both aesthetic detail and cutting performance in a daily kitchen tool.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46561750515933,"sku":"HATS_SGBRH_SA180","price":378.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroRyuhyoSG2BlackDamascusSantoku180mma.jpg?v=1752212731"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-black-damascus-petty-150mm","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus Petty 150mm is a stainless-clad utility knife best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs requiring precision for peeling, trimming, and detail work. This double-bevel blade features an SG2 powdered steel core with a hardness of 62-64 HRC, encased in a san-mai stainless damascus clad with a black etched finish. The 150mm profile suits in-hand tasks and general purpose cutting, measuring 28.9mm at the heel with a spine thickness of 1.9mm that tapers to 0.9mm near the tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 steel provides high wear resistance and edge retention through uniform carbide distribution inherent to its powdered metallurgy. The blade weighs 68g and pairs with an octagonal ebony handle featuring a subtle taper for a geometric grip. As part of the Ryuhyo line, this knife is thin behind the edge to support detailed cutting performance. The etched damascus surface requires specific maintenance considerations distinct from standard stainless finishes. Hatsukokoro produces this model in Hyogo, utilising Takefu Special Steel SG2 to deliver consistent specifications across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46561767096541,"sku":"HATS_SGBRH_PE150","price":328.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroRyuhyoSG2BlackDamascusPetty150mma.jpg?v=1752213012"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-black-damascus-gyuto-210mm-ebony","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus K-tip Gyuto 210mm Ebony","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus K-tip Gyuto 210mm is a double-bevel chef’s knife featuring an ebony octagonal handle, best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs seeking precise tip-led cutting with SG2 powdered steel. This 210mm blade measures 48mm at the heel and weighs 152g, utilising a san-mai stainless damascus clad construction with an etched surface finish. The K-tip profile pairs a standard gyuto body with an angled kiritsuke-style point and flatter edge, optimising the geometry for push-cutting, long slicing strokes, and detailed scoring work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 powdered stainless steel from Takefu Special Steel achieves 62-64 HRC and offers high wear resistance with uniform carbide distribution to support edge retention and reduce chipping risks. The blade features a thin grind behind the edge and tapers from a 2.0mm spine at the heel to 0.8mm at the tip. The octagonal ebony handle provides a tapered geometric grip that balances the 216mm edge length. As a stainless clad knife, this model resists corrosion during service, though the etched damascus finish requires specific maintenance to preserve its appearance over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46730445226205,"sku":"HATS_SGBRH_KGY210-EB","price":389.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroRyuhyoSG2K-tipGyuto210mmBlackDamascusEbony-20250829-03.jpg?v=1756549376"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-black-damascus-gyuto-240mm-ebony","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus Gyuto 240mm Ebony","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus Gyuto 240mm is a stainless clad chef's knife featuring an ebony octagonal handle, best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs requiring a 240mm general-purpose blade. This gyuto profile performs mincing, slicing, and chopping tasks across vegetables and meats, functioning as a multi-purpose tool with a double bevel edge geometry. The knife measures 242mm in edge length with a 52mm heel height and weighs 172g, presenting specific dimensions for users selecting a primary kitchen cutter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 powdered stainless steel from Takefu Special Steel forms the core, achieving 62-64 HRC hardness through uniform carbide distribution that supports edge retention and wear resistance. The san-mai stainless damascus clad construction features an etched surface finish and measures 1.8mm at both the heel and mid-spine, tapering to 0.7mm at the tip. This geometry remains thin behind the edge while the stainless cladding eliminates the maintenance requirements of reactive carbon steel. The octagonal ebony handle provides a tapered geometric grip profile crafted from a single piece of wood, pairing with the 172g blade weight to establish the knife's balance characteristics for extended prep work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46730448634077,"sku":"HATS_SGBRH_GY240-EB","price":399.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroRyuhyoSG2Gyuto240mmBlackDamascusEbony-20250829-15.jpg?v=1756549848"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-black-damascus-k-tip-gyuto-240mm-ebony","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus K-tip Gyuto 240mm Ebony","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus K-tip Gyuto 240mm is a double-bevel chef's knife featuring SG2 powdered stainless steel and an ebony handle, best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs seeking precise tip-led cutting. This 240mm K-tip profile pairs the general-purpose body of a gyuto with an angled kiritsuke-style point and flatter edge geometry. The sharply defined tip facilitates scoring, detailing, and picking tasks, while the straighter edge section supports clean push-cutting and long slicing strokes without the curved belly of standard profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 powdered stainless steel measures 62-64 HRC and features uniform carbide distribution for edge retention and wear resistance. The blade uses san-mai stainless damascus construction with an etched surface finish and is thin behind the edge. Specifications include a 242mm edge length, 52mm heel height, and spine thickness measuring 1.8mm at the heel and mid-blade, tapering to 0.7mm at the tip. Total weight is 171g. The octagonal ebony handle provides a tapered geometric grip. As a fully stainless clad knife, this model does not require the reactive steel maintenance associated with carbon cores.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46730450796765,"sku":"HATS_SGBRH_KGY240-EB","price":409.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroRyuhyoSG2K-tipGyuto240mmBlackDamascusEbony-20250829-03_db0f34f2-1bba-4cf9-a4ae-622d1d22ed03.jpg?v=1756550489"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-black-damascus-gyuto-210mm-ebony-1","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus Gyuto 210mm Ebony","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus Gyuto 210mm is a stainless clad chef's knife featuring an ebony octagonal handle, best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs requiring a 217mm edge length. This double bevel gyuto serves general purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing vegetables, and cutting meat. The blade features san-mai stainless damascus construction with an etched surface finish and measures 1.8mm at the heel spine, tapering to 0.7mm at the tip with a 48mm heel height.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 powdered steel from Takefu Special Steel forms the core, achieving 62-64 HRC hardness through uniform carbide distribution that supports edge retention and wear resistance. The stainless cladding protects the reactive core and pairs with the thin geometry behind the edge. Weighing 145g, this knife balances the lightweight blade with a solid octagonal ebony handle crafted from a single piece of wood. The tapered octagonal profile provides a geometric grip suited to extended prep work, while the etched damascus pattern distinguishes the Ryuhyo line within the Hatsukokoro range produced in Hyogo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46794548871389,"sku":"HATS_SGBRH_GY210-EB","price":379.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/HatsukokoroRyuhyoSG2BlackDamascusGyuto210mmEbonya.jpg?v=1758170004"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg2-black-damascus-k-tip-gyuto-240mm-ebony-copy","title":"Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus K-tip Gyuto 240mm Birch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Black Damascus K-tip Gyuto 240mm is a double-bevel chef knife featuring SG2 powdered stainless steel and a stabilized birch burl handle, best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs seeking precise tip-led cutting. This K-tip profile pairs the general-purpose body of a gyuto with an angled kiritsuke-style point and flatter edge geometry. The sharply defined tip facilitates scoring, detailing, and picking tasks, while the straighter edge section supports clean push-cutting and long slicing strokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade features san-mai stainless damascus construction with an etched surface finish and measures 1.8mm at the spine. SG2 steel achieves a hardness between 62 and 64 HRC, offering high wear resistance and edge retention through uniform carbide distribution inherent to its powdered metallurgy. As a fully stainless clad blade, it resists corrosion during service. The octagonal wa handle is crafted from stabilized birch burl, providing distinct grain patterns and enhanced dimensional stability. Weighing 171g with a 52mm heel height, this knife suits users who prefer deliberate precision in general kitchen preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47253547417821,"sku":"HATS_SGBRH_KGY240-BR","price":429.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_9978.jpg?v=1768183109"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/collections\/line-collection-for-hatsukokoro-ryuhyo-sg-2-damascus-kurozome.oembed","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}