{"title":"Line Collection For Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Special Western Handle","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-kurouchi-tsuchime-gyuto-210mm-western-ironwood","title":"Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Gyuto 210mm Western Ironwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Gyuto 210mm is a double-bevel chef's knife featuring an SG2 stainless steel core and western handle, best fit for enthusiasts seeking a collectible blade with specific artistic finishes. Produced by Go Yoshizawa in Aomori, this knife features a kurouchi surface finish and tsuchime texture on a sanmai stainless clad construction. The SG2 powdered steel core measures 62-64 HRC and provides wear resistance through uniform carbide distribution inherent to its manufacturing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis gyuto profile suits general purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing, and chopping vegetables or meat. The coke-bottle shaped western handle uses Ambonya Burl Stabilised wood, acrylic, and G10 materials, featuring a tapered rear end and wider midsection for grip control. Measuring 210mm in total length with a 199mm edge, the blade has a 48mm heel height and spine thickness of 2.2mm at the heel tapering to 1.0mm at the tip. Weighing 218g, this knife carries substantial mass during use while maintaining the acute edge geometry characteristic of Japanese cutlery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46490470351069,"sku":"NIGA_SGTSKU_GY210_IRONWOOD","price":649.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/NigaraSG2KurouchiTsuchimeGyuto210mmWesternIronwoodj.jpg?v=1749805422"},{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-kurouchi-honesuki-160mm-tsuchime-western-ironwood","title":"Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Honesuki 170mm Tsuchime Western Ironwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Honesuki 170mm is a double-bevel boning knife with an SG2 stainless steel core and Western handle, best fit for enthusiasts seeking a stiff poultry processing tool with collectible artistic finish. This Garasuki profile features a triangular shape and pointed tip designed for manoeuvring around bones, puncturing tough tissues, and cutting through joints during meat preparation. The blade measures 170mm in length with a 39mm heel height and weighs 219g, providing the stiffness required for precision deboning work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 powdered stainless steel achieves 62-64 HRC hardness and offers excellent edge retention with uniform carbide distribution that enhances toughness. The san-mai stainless clad construction features a kurouchi tsuchime surface finish and measures 4.1mm at the spine heel, tapering to 2.2mm at the tip. The coke-bottle shaped Western handle uses Ambonya Burl Stabilised wood, acrylic, and G10 materials with a tapered rear end and wider midsection for secure grip control. Produced by Go Yoshizawa in Aomori, this knife continues the Tsugaru sword smith tradition while applying modern metalworking technology to kitchen cutlery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46624752238813,"sku":"NG-SG2TSUKU-HONE155","price":689.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/NigaraKUSG2Honesuke155mmWesternIronwood-20250801-04.jpg?v=1754023954"},{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-kurouchi-petty-150mm-tsuchime-western-ironwood","title":"Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Petty 150mm Tsuchime Western Ironwood with Saya","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Petty 150mm is a stainless clad utility knife best fit for enthusiasts and collectors seeking detailed cutting performance with distinctive artistic finish. Produced by Go Yoshizawa in Aomori, this double bevel blade features an SG2 powdered steel core with san-mai stainless cladding and a kurouchi tsuchime surface texture. The 150mm profile suits precision tasks including peeling, trimming, and slicing fruits and vegetables, while the included saya provides storage protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 steel achieves 62-64 HRC hardness through uniform carbide distribution inherent to its powdered metallurgy, supporting edge retention and wear resistance during intricate work. The blade measures 1.8mm at the spine and heel height of 30mm, weighing 105g total. A coke-bottle shaped western handle crafted from stabilised Ambonya burl, acrylic, and G10 offers a tapered rear end and wider midsection for secure grip during in-hand peeling and general purpose use. This construction pairs traditional Tsugaru forging lineage with modern metalworking technology, resulting in a knife that serves functional kitchen requirements while maintaining collectible aesthetic qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46624872693981,"sku":"NG-SG2TSUKU-PT150WI","price":501.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/NigaraKUSG2Petty150mmIronwoodWestern-20250801-13.jpg?v=1754028215"},{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-kurouchi-k-tip-petty-150mm-tsuchime-western-ironwood","title":"Nigara SG2 Kurouchi K-tip Petty 150mm Tsuchime Western Ironwood","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara SG2 Kurouchi K-tip Petty 150mm is a stainless-clad utility knife best fit for enthusiasts and collectors requiring precise in-hand peeling, trimming, and detail work. Produced by Go Yoshizawa in Aomori, this double-bevel blade features an SG2 powdered steel core with a hardness of 62-64 HRC and measures 150mm in length. The K-tip profile provides a thinner tip for picking and slicing garnishes, while the flatter edge supports handheld peeling tasks. This specific model carries a kurouchi tsuchime surface finish and weighs 105g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 steel offers high wear resistance and edge retention due to uniform carbide distribution from its powdered metallurgy. The san-mai stainless clad construction ensures the blade remains stainless and resistant to corrosion during use. Fitted with a coke-bottle shaped western handle made from stabilised Ambonya burl, acrylic, and G10, the grip features a tapered rear end and wider midsection for secure control. With a heel height of 30mm and spine thickness of 1.8mm at the heel tapering to 1.0mm at the tip, this knife suits users seeking an artistic, collectable tool with excellent fit and finish for precision kitchen preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46624896319709,"sku":"NG-SG2TSUKU-KPT150WI","price":501.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/NigaraKUSG2K-tipPetty150mmIronwoodWestern-20250801-12.jpg?v=1754029302"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.au\/collections\/line-collection-for-nigara-sg-2-kurouchi-tsuchime-special-western-handle.oembed","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}