Hado Shiosai SG2 Powdered Stainless 210mm Kengata Gyuto - Olive Wood Handle

The Sword-Tip Icon: Hado Shiosai 210mm Kengata Gyuto

The Hado Shiosai 210mm Kengata Gyuto is a technical masterpiece engineered for chefs who demand absolute precision alongside breathtaking aesthetic soul. Part of the renowned Shiosai ("sound of the tide") series, this knife is forged from ultra-premium SG2 (Super Gold 2) Powdered Stainless Steel and brought to an elite hardness of 64 HRC. The result is a surgical edge that retains its aggressive bite and mirror-like smoothness long after traditional stainless steels have dulled.

The Kengata (Sword-Tip) profile offers an intentional, lower point of contact than a standard chef's knife. This Kiritsuke-style clipped tip gives you the best of both worlds: the robust length of a 210mm all-purpose slice champion, paired with the pin-point tracking needed for intricate scoring, trimming proteins, and fine-dicing aromatics.

A Mediterranean Touch: Premium Olive Wood Handle

This striking edition pairs the pristine Migaki finish of the Sakai blade with a premium, traditional Japanese-shaped Olive Wood handle. 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.

Technical Specifications

Universal Handling: Left & Right-Handed Friendly

This Kengata Gyuto is ground with a symmetrical 50/50 double-bevel edge, tracking perfectly straight whether you are a right-handed or left-handed chef. The octagonal handle shape settles naturally into the hand, offering a neutral, highly tactile grip that maximizes control over the blade's precise edge geometry.

What’s in the Box?

• Hado Signature Packaging: A minimalist, premium presentation box reflecting Hado’s luxury artisan branding.
• Protective Blade Cover: A temporary sleeve to ensure safe initial transport and storage.

Authorized Hado Dealer

When you purchase from Hasu-Seizo, you are guaranteed an authentic product sourced directly from Hado (Sakai Fukui) in Sakai, Japan. Under the artistic vision of Takaya Oyamada, Hado collaborates with the region's elite smiths and sharpeners to produce kitchen cutlery with unmatched cutting geometry. Every blade is thoroughly inspected at our Seattle area warehouse to ensure it meets our strict standards before it ships to your door.

Sharpening Maintenance

Sharpening 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.

Performance & Care

• Best For: All-purpose slicing, push-chopping vegetable bundles, and precision protein trimming.
• Care: Hand-wash only with mild soap and a soft cloth; dry immediately. Never put this knife in a dishwasher.
• Safety: Strictly avoid cutting bones, frozen foods, or hard pits. The ultra-fine 64 HRC edge is tuned for flawless slicing and can chip if subjected to high-impact twisting or prying.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the practical advantage of a Kengata Gyuto? A standard Gyuto curves upward toward the tip, which is ideal for a traditional rocking motion. The Kengata profile features a clipped, sword-like point that sits lower to the cutting board. This lets you perform micro-precision cuts and fine vertical slitting with the tip of the knife without lifting your wrist awkwardly high off the board.

How do you maintain an Olive Wood handle? 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.

Where is this knife shipped from? 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.