Hatsukokoro Saihyo ("diamond dust") SG2 Damascus Santoku 180mm. Hatsukokoro kitchen knives are manufactured in Echizen, Japan, by Yoshihiro Yauji, using SG2 powdered tool steel with a hardness rating of HRC 62-63+-. They have a gorgeous finish and Damascus cladding on the blade, and are paired with lovely wenge octagonal handles with buffalo horn ferrules. Even grinds on these double-bevel knives make them great for both right- and left-handed users.
Brand: Hatsukokoro
Blacksmith: Yoshihiro Yauji
Location: Echizen, Japan
Construction: San Mai
Edge Steel: SG2
Cladding: Stainless
Finish: Mirror Damascus
HRC: 62+-
Edge Grind: Even
Engraving: Etched
Handle: Octagonal Wenge
Ferrule: Buffalo Horn
Weight: 4.4 oz (126 g)
Blade Length: 178 mm
Overall Length: 322 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 2.0 mm
Blade Height at Heel: 48.0 mm
