{"product_id":"hado-shiosai-sg2-powdered-stainless-135mm-small-bunka-olive-wood-handle","title":"Hado Shiosai SG2 Powdered Stainless 135mm Small Bunka -  Olive Wood Handle","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtistry in Miniature: Hado Shiosai Small Bunka with Olive 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\u003eA Mediterranean Touch: Premium Olive Wood Handle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis striking edition pairs the pristine Migaki finish of the Sakai blade with a premium, traditional Japanese-shaped \u003cb\u003eOlive Wood handle\u003c\/b\u003e. Chosen for its dense structure and rich natural oils, Olive Wood is inherently highly water-resistant and durable in a rigorous kitchen environment. Visually, it provides a stunning contrast to the steel, showcasing dynamic, swirling golden-brown grain patterns that ensure no two knives in this series look exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\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-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"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-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"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-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"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-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"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-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,1,0\"\u003eOlive 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-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"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-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"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-path-to-node=\"15,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"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-path-to-node=\"15,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"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 style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\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 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\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 style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\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 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\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 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\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 the 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 do you maintain an Olive Wood handle?\u003c\/b\u003e Because Olive Wood is naturally dense and oily, it handles moisture remarkably well. Simply hand-wash and wipe it dry along with your blade after use. To keep the golden grain looking vibrant and prevent the wood from drying out over the years, we recommend occasionally rubbing the handle with a small amount of food-safe mineral oil or beeswax.\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":49069372440826,"sku":"F-1000772","price":339.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/HADOshiosaismallbunka135nnolive0.jpg?v=1783191709","url":"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/products\/hado-shiosai-sg2-powdered-stainless-135mm-small-bunka-olive-wood-handle","provider":"Hasu-Seizo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}