{"title":"Hatsukokoro | Hikari SLD","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-santoku-170mm","title":"Santoku","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSantoku with 170 mm long blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Semi-stainless SLD with 2 layers of stainless cladding (HRC: 60-62)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length: 170 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade height: 46 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade thickness: 1.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 120 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade finish: Glossy and slightly hazy blade side against the polished core steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: Mono bubinga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife series is the result of close collaboration between Hatsukokoro and one of the largest and most respected knife manufacturers in Seki city, Japan. We are impressed by this knife series with its fine SLD steel, beautiful finish, very thin blades, and excellent price, earning our warmest recommendation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSLD is a very durable steel that retains its sharpness for a very long time, especially when not sharpened too smoothly, allowing the edge to retain some serration. We recommend finishing at 1000 to 3000 grit for both sharpness, bite, and long-lasting edge retention. SLD is SEMI-STAINLESS, which means it resists rust well but is not 100% stainless. Over time, the core steel will darken slightly, giving the knife a beautiful contrast between the core steel and the cladding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in mind that the edge is hard and thin. Therefore, be careful not to expose the edge to stress, especially sideways. When using a Japanese knife with a thin blade, the edge should always be in motion when cutting. Under no circumstances should you push the blade through an ingredient without the edge being in motion. Nor should you twist or wiggle the blade to pry apart ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57775377547612,"sku":"Hikari-170SA","price":1036.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/hikari-SA.jpg?v=1780314492"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-petty-150mm","title":"Utility knife","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUtility knife with a 150 mm long blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Semi-stainless SLD with 2 layers of stainless cladding (HRC: 60-62)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length: 150 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade height: 39 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness at blade heel: 1.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness at middle spine: 1.4 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 81 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade finish: Polished and slightly hazy blade surface against the mirror-polished core steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: Mono bubinga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife series is the result of a close collaboration between Hatsukokoro and one of the largest and most respected knife manufacturers in Seki city, Japan. We are impressed by this knife series with its fine SLD steel, beautiful finish, very thin blades, and excellent price, earning our warmest recommendation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSLD is a very durable steel that retains its sharpness for a long time, especially when not sharpened too smoothly, allowing the edge to maintain some toothiness. We recommend finishing at 1000 to 3000 grit for both sharpness, bite, and long-lasting edge retention. SLD is SEMI-STAINLESS, meaning it resists rust well, but is not 100% stainless. Over time, the core steel will darken slightly, giving the knife a beautiful contrast between the core steel and the cladding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in mind that the edge is hard and thin. Therefore, be careful not to subject the edge to stress, especially sideways. When using a Japanese knife with a thin blade, the edge should always be in motion when cutting. Under no circumstances should you push the blade through an ingredient without the edge being in motion. Nor should you twist or wiggle the blade to pry ingredients apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57775377940828,"sku":"Hikari-150PT","price":876.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/hikari-kogyuto-1.jpg?v=1780314501"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-nakiri-170mm","title":"Nakiri","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakiri with a 170 mm long blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Semi-stainless SLD with 2 layers of stainless cladding (HRC: 60-62)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length tip to heel: 170 mm\u003cbr\u003eEdge length: 161 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade height: 52 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade thickness: 1.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 155 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade finish: Glossy and slightly hazy blade side towards the polished core steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: Mono bubinga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife series is the result of close collaboration between Hatsukokoro and one of the largest and most respected knife manufacturers in Seki city, Japan. We are impressed by this knife series with its fine SLD steel, which, combined with a beautiful finish, very thin blades, and an excellent price, receives our warmest recommendation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSLD is a very durable steel that retains its sharpness for a very long time, especially when not sharpened too brightly but rather allowing the edge to retain some serration. We recommend finishing at 1000 to 3000 grit for both sharpness, bite, and long-lasting edge retention. SLD is SEMI-STAINLESS, meaning it resists rust well but is not 100% stainless. Over time, the core steel will therefore darken slightly, giving the knife a beautiful contrast between the core steel and the cladding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in mind that the edge is hard and thin. Therefore, be careful not to expose the edge to stress, especially sideways. When using a Japanese knife with a thin blade, the edge should always be in motion when cutting. Under no circumstances should you push the blade through an ingredient without the edge being in motion. Nor should you twist or wiggle the blade to pry the ingredient apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57775378137436,"sku":"Hikari-170NA","price":1116.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/hikari-nakiri-1.jpg?v=1780314501"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-gyuto-210mm-bubinga-handle","title":"Chef's knife","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChef's knife, gyuto, with a 21 cm long blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Semi-stainless SLD with 2 layers of stainless cladding (HRC: 60-62)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length: 210 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade height: 49 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade thickness: 1.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 138 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade finish: Shiny and slightly hazy blade side against the polished core steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: Mono bubinga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife series is the result of close collaboration between Hatsukokoro and one of the largest and most respected knife manufacturers in Seki city, Japan. We are impressed by this knife series with its fine SLD steel, which, combined with a beautiful finish, very thin blades, and an excellent price, receives our warmest recommendation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSLD is a very durable steel that holds its edge for a very long time, especially when not sharpened too smoothly, allowing the edge to retain some toothiness. We recommend finishing at 1000 to 3000 grit for both sharpness, bite, and long-lasting edge retention. SLD is SEMI-STAINLESS, meaning it resists rust well, but is not 100% stainless. Over time, the core steel will darken slightly, and the knife will then develop a beautiful contrast between the core steel and the cladding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in mind that the edge is hard and thin. Therefore, be careful not to subject the edge to stress, especially sideways. When using a Japanese knife with a thin blade, the edge should always be in motion when cutting. Under no circumstances should you push the blade through an ingredient without the edge being in motion. Nor should you twist or wiggle the blade to pry ingredients apart. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57775385543004,"sku":"Hikari-210GY","price":1116.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/hikari-SLD-GY210-4.jpg?v=1780314588"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-petty-130mm-extra-thin","title":"Utility knife | Extra thin","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUtility knife with a 130 mm long blade that is extra thin (1.5 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: inherit; color: inherit; caret-color: auto;\"\u003eThis model is available in two versions where the blade thickness is slightly different; \u003cspan style=\"background-color: inherit; color: inherit; caret-color: auto;\"\u003e1.5 mm vs. 2 mm.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis model has a blade spine that is 1.5 mm thick. The differences in feel and performance are small. The main difference is that the thinner variant has a little more flexibility in the blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Semi-stainless SLD with 2 layers of stainless cladding (HRC: 60-62)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length: 132 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade height: 31 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness at blade heel: 1.5 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness at middle of spine: 1.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 66 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade finish: Bright and slightly hazy blade side against the highly polished core steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: Mono bubinga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife series is the result of close collaboration between Hatsukokoro and one of the largest and most respected knife manufacturers in Seki city, Japan. We are impressed by this knife series with its fine SLD steel, beautiful finish, very thin blades, and excellent price, earning our warmest recommendation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSLD is a very durable steel that holds its edge for a very long time, especially when not sharpened too smoothly, allowing the edge to retain some serration. We recommend finishing at 1000 to 3000 grit for both sharpness, bite, and long edge retention. SLD is SEMI-STAINLESS, meaning it resists rust well, but is not 100% rust-proof. Over time, the core steel will darken slightly, giving the knife a beautiful contrast between the core steel and the cladding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in mind that the edge is hard and thin. Therefore, be careful not to subject the edge to stress, especially sideways. When using a Japanese knife with a thin blade, the edge should always be in motion when cutting. Under no circumstances should you push the blade through an ingredient without the edge being in motion. Nor should you twist or wiggle the blade to pry apart ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57775386132828,"sku":"Hikari-130PT_1.5mm","price":796.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/hikari-pt_1f70c7f6-6fa6-4f04-a96c-35258488d225.jpg?v=1780314598"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-petty-110mm","title":"K-tip Utility Knife","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUtility knife with a 111 mm blade and a spine measuring 1.8 mm. The blade has an aggressive tip, commonly called a \"K-tip\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Semi-stainless SLD with two layers of stainless cladding (HRC: 60–62)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length: 111 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade height: 29 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness at heel: 1.8 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness at the middle of the spine: 1.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 61 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade finish: Polished and slightly hazy blade face against the mirror-polished core steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: Mono bubinga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife series is the result of close collaboration between Hatsukokoro and one of the largest and most highly regarded knife manufacturers in Seki City, Japan. We are impressed by this series: its excellent SLD steel, beautiful finish, very thin blades and highly attractive price earn our warmest recommendation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSLD is a highly wear-resistant steel that retains its edge for a very long time, particularly when it is not polished too highly and the edge is allowed to retain some tooth. We recommend finishing at 1000 to 3000 grit for sharpness, bite and long edge retention. SLD is SEMI-STAINLESS, which means it resists rust well but is not 100% stainless. The core steel will therefore darken slightly over time, creating a beautiful contrast between the core steel and the cladding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in mind that the edge is hard and thin. Take care not to subject it to stress, especially lateral stress. When using a Japanese knife with a thin blade, the edge must always be moving as you cut. Never press the blade through an ingredient while the edge is stationary. Do not twist or rock the blade to prise the ingredient apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58781183541596,"sku":"Hikari-125PT-K-tip","price":796.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/hikari-petty-ktip.jpg?v=1787579765"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-bunka-170mm","title":"Bunka","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBunka with a 172 mm blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Semi-stainless SLD with two layers of stainless cladding (HRC: 60–62)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length: 172 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade height: 46 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade thickness: 1.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 110 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade finish: Polished and slightly hazy blade face against the mirror-polished core steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: Mono bubinga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife series is the result of close collaboration between Hatsukokoro and one of the largest and most highly regarded knife manufacturers in Seki City, Japan. We are impressed by this series: its excellent SLD steel, beautiful finish, very thin blades and highly attractive price earn our warmest recommendation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSLD is a highly wear-resistant steel that retains its edge for a very long time, particularly when it is not polished too highly and the edge is allowed to retain some tooth. We recommend finishing at 1000 to 3000 grit for sharpness, bite and long edge retention. SLD is SEMI-STAINLESS, which means it resists rust well but is not 100% stainless. The core steel will therefore darken slightly over time, creating a beautiful contrast between the core steel and the cladding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in mind that the edge is hard and thin. Take care not to subject it to stress, especially lateral stress. When using a Japanese knife with a thin blade, the edge must always be moving as you cut. Never press the blade through an ingredient while the edge is stationary. Do not twist or rock the blade to prise the ingredient apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58781193339228,"sku":"Hikari-170BU","price":1036.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/hikari-bunka-SLD.jpg?v=1787579767"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-kiritsuke-200mm","title":"Kiritsuke","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKiritsuke with a 197 mm blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Semi-stainless SLD with 2 layers of stainless cladding (HRC: 60–62)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length: 197 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade height: 40 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade thickness: 1.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 122 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade finish: Bright, lightly misted blade face against the mirror-polished core steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: One-piece bubinga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife series is the result of close collaboration between Hatsukokoro and one of the largest and most highly regarded knife makers in Seki City, Japan. We are impressed by this series: its excellent SLD steel, beautiful finish and very thin blades, together with its very good price, earn our warmest recommendation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSLD is a highly wear-resistant steel that retains its edge for a very long time, particularly when it is not polished too highly and the edge retains some tooth. We recommend finishing at 1,000 to 3,000 grit for sharpness, bite and long-lasting edge retention. SLD is SEMI-STAINLESS, which means it resists rust well but is not 100% stainless. Over time, the core steel will therefore darken slightly, creating a beautiful contrast between the core steel and the cladding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in mind that the edge is hard and thin. Take care not to subject it to stress, especially lateral stress. When using a Japanese knife with a thin blade, the edge must always be moving as you cut. Never press the blade through an ingredient while the edge is stationary. Do not twist or rock the blade to prise the ingredient apart. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hatsukokoro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58781216080220,"sku":"Hikari-200KI","price":1116.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/hikari-SLD-kiritsuke.jpg?v=1787579788"},{"product_id":"hatsukokoro-hikari-sld-gyuto-210mm-spalted-maple-handle","title":"Chef's Knife","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChef's knife, or Gyuto, with a 21 cm blade. This knife has a maple handle. Its weight is exceptionally low: only 110 grams!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel: Semi-stainless SLD with 2 layers of stainless cladding (HRC: 60–62)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length: 210 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade height: 49 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade thickness: 1.8 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 110 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade finish: Bright, lightly misted blade face against the mirror-polished core steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: One-piece bubinga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife series is the result of close collaboration between Hatsukokoro and one of the largest and most highly regarded knife makers in Seki City, Japan. We are impressed by this series: its excellent SLD steel, beautiful finish and very thin blades, together with its very good price, earn our warmest recommendation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSLD is a highly wear-resistant steel that retains its edge for a very long time, particularly when it is not polished too highly and the edge retains some tooth. We recommend finishing at 1,000 to 3,000 grit for sharpness, bite and long-lasting edge retention. SLD is SEMI-STAINLESS, which means it resists rust well but is not 100% stainless. Over time, the core steel will therefore darken slightly, creating a beautiful contrast between the core steel and the cladding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep in mind that the edge is hard and thin. Take care not to subject it to stress, especially lateral stress. 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