{"product_id":"yoshida-utility-suj-2-kuro-uchi-175mm","title":"Yoshida Utility SUJ-2 Kuro-uchi 175mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eYoshida Hamono Utility Knife 170mm – SUJ-2 Kuro-Uchi\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⭐ Chosen by Sharp Knives Malta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelected for cooks who appreciate traditional Japanese blacksmithing, exceptional edge retention, and the unique cutting feel of high-performance carbon steel. Hand-forged in Saga, Japan, this is a knife built for those who value craftsmanship as much as performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTraditional Japanese Forging. Pure Cutting Performance.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYoshida Hamono Utility Knife 170mm\u003c\/strong\u003e is handcrafted in \u003cstrong\u003eSaga, Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e, by one of the country's most respected family-owned forges. Known for producing both traditional Japanese swords and premium kitchen knives, Yoshida Hamono brings generations of steel-making expertise to every blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a \u003cstrong\u003eSUJ-2 high-carbon steel core\u003c\/strong\u003e, a rustic \u003cstrong\u003eKuro-Uchi finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a traditional \u003cstrong\u003emagnolia wood wa handle\u003c\/strong\u003e, this knife delivers remarkable sharpness, superb edge retention, and the unmistakable character that only carbon steel can provide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact, agile, and incredibly versatile, it's a knife you'll reach for throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperienced home cooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon steel enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers who enjoy sharpening their own knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking for a versatile everyday Japanese utility knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for cooks who appreciate traditional craftsmanship and responsive cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSUJ-2 High-Carbon Steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the blade is \u003cstrong\u003eSUJ-2\u003c\/strong\u003e, a premium Japanese high-carbon steel originally developed for demanding industrial applications where wear resistance is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenefits include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexceptional sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoutstanding edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexcellent toughness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeasy sharpening on whetstones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprecise cutting feedback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardened to approximately 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