{"product_id":"hado-shiosai-sg2-powdered-stainless-135mm-small-bunka-oak-wood-handle","title":"Hado Shiosai SG2 Powdered Stainless 135mm Small Bunka - Oak Wood Handle","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtistry in Miniature: Hado Shiosai Small Bunka with Oak Wood Handle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eHado Shiosai 135mm Small Bunka\u003c\/b\u003e is a compact powerhouse that beautifully bridges the gap between high-art cutlery and rugged kitchen utility. \"Shiosai\" translates to the rhythmic sound of the tide, captured in the blade's elegant, pristine finish. Forged from ultra-premium \u003cb\u003eSG2 (Super Gold 2) Powdered Stainless Steel\u003c\/b\u003e and hardened to an elite \u003cb\u003e64 HRC\u003c\/b\u003e, this knife delivers a surgical cutting edge with wear resistance that vastly outclasses conventional stainless steels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis \"Small Bunka\" functions as a highly agile Petty-Bunka hybrid. It offers the lightning-fast maneuverability of a paring or utility knife, yet retains the tall blade height and flat profile of a traditional Bunka. This ensures ample knuckle clearance, allowing you to chop, mince, and push-cut directly on the board without swapping tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTimeless Strength: Traditional Oak Wood Handle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis edition pairs the precise Migaki finish of the Sakai blade with a premium, Japanese-shaped \u003cb\u003eOak Wood handle\u003c\/b\u003e. Known for centuries as a foundational wood in Japanese craftsmanship, Oak is highly revered for its dense structure, immense shock absorption, and natural durability. It offers a wonderfully tactile, lightly textured grip that feels solid and dependable in the hand, beautifully balancing the blade's razor-sharp nimbleness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\"\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0\"\u003eSG2 (Super Gold 2) Powdered Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\"\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,0\"\u003e63-64 Rockwell Scale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\"\u003eBlade Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,1,0\"\u003eSmall Bunka (Petty-Bunka Hybrid)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\"\u003eHand Orientation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,1,0\"\u003eAmbidextrous (Symmetrical 50\/50 Double Bevel)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,1,0\"\u003eOak Wood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,1,0\"\u003e135 mm (5.3\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\"\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,1,0\"\u003e42 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,8,0,0\"\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,8,1,0\"\u003e2 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,9,0,0\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,9,1,0\"\u003e119 g (Ultra-Nimble)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUniversal Handling: Left \u0026amp; Right-Handed Friendly\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis Small Bunka is ground with a \u003cb\u003esymmetrical 50\/50 double-bevel edge\u003c\/b\u003e, tracking perfectly straight whether you are right- or left-handed. The octagonal Wa-style handle fits naturally into any palm, offering a secure, relaxed grip that maximizes precision during intricate hand-held or board work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s in the Box?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHado Signature Packaging:\u003c\/b\u003e A minimalist, premium presentation box reflecting Hado’s modern luxury aesthetic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProtective Blade Cover:\u003c\/b\u003e A temporary sleeve to ensure safe initial transport and storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthorized Hado Dealer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhen you purchase from Hasu-Seizo, you are guaranteed an authentic product sourced directly from \u003cb\u003eHado (Sakai Fukui)\u003c\/b\u003e in Sakai, Japan. Under the artistic vision of Takaya Oyamada, Hado collaborates with Sakai's most elite smiths and sharpeners to engineer blades with exceptional geometry. Every piece is hand-inspected at our Seattle area warehouse to ensure it is flawless before shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSharpening Maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSharpening Maintenance: SG2 steel is remarkably rewarding to sharpen, but its high hardness requires quality stones. To maintain this blade's surgical edge, we recommend a #1000 Grit Whetstone to start. Then a #6000 Grit Whetstone for finishing which produces a mirror-polished finish that highlights the \"Shiosai\" tides of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBest For:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision board work, mincing garlic and shallots, scoring proteins, and small-scale vegetable prep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCare:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-wash only with mild soap and a soft cloth; dry immediately. Never place this knife in a dishwasher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSafety:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoid cutting bones, frozen foods, or hard pits. The 64 HRC edge is optimized for fine, effortless slicing and can chip if subjected to twisting or high-impact prying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the benefit of a \"Small Bunka\" over a standard Petty knife?\u003c\/b\u003e A standard petty knife can feel cramped on a cutting board because it lacks height, forcing you to prep in your hand or rock awkwardly. The Small Bunka profile keeps the knife short and nimble (135mm) but gives you a 42mm blade height. This provides perfect knuckle clearance so you can chop rapidly directly against the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow does an Oak handle perform in the kitchen?\u003c\/b\u003e Oak is one of the most reliable and stable hardwoods used in traditional Japanese cutlery. It has excellent resistance to moisture and wear, and its prominent grain pattern provides a natural slip-resistance that grows more comfortable the more it is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhere is this knife shipped from?\u003c\/b\u003e All our Hado inventory is fully stocked, quality-checked, and shipped directly from our warehouse in the Seattle area, guaranteeing fast domestic transit and seamless customer care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hado","offers":[{"title":"135 mm","offer_id":49073586241786,"sku":"F-1000336","price":339.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/HADOshiosaismallbunka135mmoak0.jpg?v=1783191598","url":"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/products\/hado-shiosai-sg2-powdered-stainless-135mm-small-bunka-oak-wood-handle","provider":"Hasu-Seizo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}