{"product_id":"xn-sakai-kikumori-ohs-sg2-damascus-kiritsuke-santoku-165mm-ebony-handle-v657b","title":"Sakai Kikumori OHS SG2 Damascus Kiritsuke Santoku 165mm – Ebony Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChosen by Sharp Knives Malta \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact precision. Premium SG2 performance. Authentic Sakai craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Kikumori OHS SG2 Kiritsuke Santoku 165mm combines the everyday versatility of a Santoku with the refined precision of a Kiritsuke-style tip. Crafted in Sakai, Japan, with an SG2 (R2) powder steel core and elegant Damascus cladding, this knife delivers exceptional sharpness, outstanding edge retention, and precise control in a compact, highly manoeuvrable package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for cooks who appreciate premium materials, refined craftsmanship, and effortless cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eForged in Sakai – Over 600 Years of Knife Making\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than six centuries, Sakai has been one of Japan's most respected knife-making centres. Professional chefs worldwide trust Sakai blades for their outstanding balance, refined geometry, and exceptional cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1926, Sakai Kikumori continues this tradition by combining generations of craftsmanship with advanced modern steels and meticulous finishing techniques. The OHS series perfectly reflects this philosophy—elegant, precise, and built to perform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperienced home cooks and professional chefs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers upgrading from VG10 or entry-level Japanese knives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooks who prefer compact knives with exceptional control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking for a premium Japanese knife that is both practical and gift-worthy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoneless meat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed preparation work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot recommended for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBones or frozen food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwisting or prying cuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty kitchen tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Like It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSG2 (R2) Powder Steel Core\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the blade is SG2 powder steel—one of Japan's finest stainless steels for high-performance kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely fine sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent wear resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong intervals between sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardened to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e62–64 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e, SG2 keeps its edge significantly longer than many conventional stainless steels while remaining easy to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKiritsuke Santoku Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kiritsuke-inspired tip adds precision without sacrificing the versatility of a traditional Santoku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact 165mm blade offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent control for detailed work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, efficient push-cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecise tip work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable handling in smaller kitchens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgile enough for everyday use, yet capable of tackling serious preparation with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDamascus Cladding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SG2 core is protected by beautiful Damascus stainless cladding that strengthens the blade while creating the distinctive layered pattern unique to every knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Damascus construction also helps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprove overall durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce friction during cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromote smoother food release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive every knife its own visual character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Ebony Wa Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional octagonal ebony handle provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent balance and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable grip during extended use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense, premium feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant appearance that perfectly complements the Damascus blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sakai Kikumori\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e OHS\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife 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