{"product_id":"hado-shiosai-sg2-steel-kengata-gyuto-with-cherry-bark-and-oak-core-handle-210-mm","title":"Hado Shiosai 210mm Kengata Gyuto - SG2 Powdered Stainless Steel","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Master's Tide: Hado Shiosai 210mm Kengata Gyuto\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eHado Shiosai 210mm Kengata Gyuto\u003c\/b\u003e 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 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"222\"\u003eSG2 (Super Gold 2) Powdered Steel\u003c\/b\u003e, this knife reaches an elite hardness of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"297\"\u003e64 HRC\u003c\/b\u003e, offering edge retention that remains \"laser-sharp\" long after other stainless steels have dulled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eKengata (Sword-Tip)\u003c\/b\u003e 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 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"230\"\u003eSakuraza handle\u003c\/b\u003e, featuring a core of Oak wrapped in genuine \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"290\"\u003eCherry Bark\u003c\/b\u003e. This traditional \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"320\"\u003eKabazaiku\u003c\/i\u003e bark-work is naturally slip-resistant and develops a beautiful, deep luster over years of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"11\"\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=\"11,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,1,0\"\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=\"11,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,0\"\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=\"11,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,0\"\u003ePolished \/ Migaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Shape\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\"\u003eKengata Gyuto (Sword-Tip)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHand Orientation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,1,0\"\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=\"11,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,6,1,0\"\u003eCherry Bark (Sakuraza) with Oak Core\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0\"\u003e210 mm (8.2\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,8,1,0\"\u003e45 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,9,1,0\"\u003e2 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,10,1,0\"\u003e169 g\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 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUniversal Handling: Left \u0026amp; Right-Handed Friendly\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eThis Kengata Gyuto is ground with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"36\"\u003esymmetrical 50\/50 double-bevel edge\u003c\/b\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhat’s in the Box?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHado Signature Packaging:\u003c\/b\u003e A beautifully crafted box reflecting Hado’s modern artisan aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProtective Blade Cover:\u003c\/b\u003e A temporary sleeve for safe initial transport and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthorized Hado Dealer \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eWhen you purchase from Hasu-Seizo, you are guaranteed an authentic product sourced directly from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"97\"\u003eHado (Sakai Fukui)\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSharpening Maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eSG2 steel is remarkably rewarding to sharpen, but its high hardness requires quality stones. To maintain this blade's surgical edge, we recommend a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/medium-whetstones-800-2000-grit-the-workhorse-of-knife-sharpening\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"148\"\u003e#1000 Grit Whetstone\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to start. Then, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/collections\/fine-whetstones-3000-grit-refinement-polish-and-precision\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"187\"\u003e#6000 Grit Whetstone\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for finishing, which produces a mirror-polished finish that highlights the \"Shiosai\" tides of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBest For:\u003c\/b\u003e All-purpose slicing, dicing, and precision work where a sharp tip is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-wash only with mild soap and dry immediately. Never use a dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSafety:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhat is the benefit of the Kengata tip on a 210mm blade?\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIs SG2 steel difficult to maintain?\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHow does the Cherry Bark handle hold up to water?\u003c\/b\u003e Cherry Bark (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"26\" data-index-in-node=\"63\"\u003eKabazaiku\u003c\/i\u003e) 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhere is this knife shipped from?\u003c\/b\u003e Every Hado knife is stocked and inspected at our US-based warehouse in Seattle, WA. We offer fast domestic delivery and local customer support.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hado","offers":[{"title":"210 mm","offer_id":48701012246778,"sku":null,"price":390.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/4399\/5970\/files\/HadoShiosaikengatagyuto210mm0.jpg?v=1776659524","url":"https:\/\/hasuseizo.com\/products\/hado-shiosai-sg2-steel-kengata-gyuto-with-cherry-bark-and-oak-core-handle-210-mm","provider":"Hasu-Seizo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}