Hado Shiosai 210mm Kengata Gyuto - SG2 Powdered Stainless Steel

The Master's Tide: Hado Shiosai 210mm Kengata Gyuto

The Hado Shiosai 210mm Kengata Gyuto is a masterpiece of modern Sakai craftsmanship. Part of the celebrated Shiosai ("sound of the tide") series, this blade represents the pinnacle of high-performance cutlery. Forged from SG2 (Super Gold 2) Powdered Steel, this knife reaches an elite hardness of 64 HRC, offering edge retention that remains "laser-sharp" long after other stainless steels have dulled.

The Kengata (Sword-Tip) profile provides a lower, more aggressive point of contact than a traditional Gyuto, granting the user surgical precision for intricate tip-work and scoring. This technical excellence is paired with a rare Sakuraza handle, featuring a core of Oak wrapped in genuine Cherry Bark. This traditional Kabazaiku bark-work is naturally slip-resistant and develops a beautiful, deep luster over years of use.

Technical Specifications

Universal Handling: Left & Right-Handed Friendly

This Kengata Gyuto is ground with a symmetrical 50/50 double-bevel edge, ensuring it performs identically for both right-handed and left-handed users. The octagonal Cherry Bark handle provides a warm, ergonomic grip that feels secure and balanced, allowing for total control regardless of your dominant hand.

What’s in the Box?

• Hado Signature Packaging: A beautifully crafted box reflecting Hado’s modern artisan aesthetic.

• Protective Blade Cover: A temporary sleeve for 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 direction of Takaya Oyamada, Hado collaborates with the region’s most elite blacksmiths and sharpeners. Every Hado blade is hand-inspected at our Seattle, WA warehouse to ensure it meets our exacting standards before being shipped to you.

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, dicing, and precision work where a sharp tip is essential.

• Care: Hand-wash only with mild soap and dry immediately. Never use a dishwasher.

• Safety: Strictly avoid cutting bone, frozen foods, or hard pits. A 64 HRC edge is optimized for fine cutting and should never be used for prying.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the benefit of the Kengata tip on a 210mm blade? The sword-shaped (Kengata) tip lowers the point of the knife closer to the board. This allows you to perform very delicate work—like dicing shallots or scoring fish skin—with the precision of a small utility knife, while still having the length of a full chef's knife for larger proteins.

Is SG2 steel difficult to maintain? While SG2 is very hard, its powdered structure makes it quite pleasant to sharpen on quality whetstones. It is highly rust-resistant, making it a "low maintenance, high performance" choice compared to traditional carbon steels.

How does the Cherry Bark handle hold up to water? Cherry Bark (Kabazaiku) is a traditional Japanese craft originally used for medicine canisters and tea caddies precisely because of its moisture-repellent properties. It is exceptionally durable in a kitchen environment and provides a superior grip even when slightly damp.

Where is this knife shipped from? Every Hado knife is stocked and inspected at our US-based warehouse in Seattle, WA. We offer fast domestic delivery and local customer support.