{"title":"Nigara SG2 Tsuchime","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-kurouchi-tsuchime-santoku-180mm","title":"Nigara SG2 KU Santoku 180mm Tsuchime Ebony","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara SG2 KU Santoku 180mm Tsuchime Ebony is a stainless-clad general-purpose knife best fit for professional chefs and first-time buyers seeking an 180mm blade with SG2 powdered steel core. Produced by Nigara in Aomori, this santoku features a double bevel edge geometry and measures 168mm in cutting edge length with a 48mm heel height. The blade utilises san-mai stainless clad construction with a Kurouchi Tsuchime surface finish, providing a textured aesthetic while maintaining stainless cladding properties around the SG2 core.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 powdered steel achieves HRC 62-64 hardness and offers high wear resistance with uniform carbide distribution from its manufacturing process. This steel composition suits users prioritising edge retention, though the material can be relatively hard to sharpen during maintenance. The octagonal ebony handle provides a tapered geometric grip profile and pairs with the 167g blade weight to create a balanced tool for slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks. The 2.4mm spine thickness at the heel tapers to 1.2mm near the tip, supporting controlled chopping motions typical of the santoku profile.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37980463825048,"sku":"NIGA_SGKU_SA180_EB","price":349.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/NigaraSG2KurouchiTsuchimeSantoku180mma.jpg?v=1764132381"},{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-matt-migaki-tsuchime-petty-150mm","title":"Nigara SG2 Matt Migaki Tsuchime Petty 120mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara SG2 Matt Migaki Tsuchime Petty 120mm is a stainless-clad utility knife best fit for first-timers and professional chefs requiring a precision tool for peeling, trimming, and detail work. Produced by Nigara in Aomori, this double-bevel blade features an SG2 powdered steel core with stainless cladding in san-mai construction. The 120mm profile suits in-hand peeling and general purpose tasks, offering a slim geometry for intricate cutting such as deveining shrimp or preparing garnishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 steel measures HRC 62-64 and provides high wear resistance with excellent edge retention, though the powdered metallurgy makes sharpening relatively hard. The stainless cladding ensures the blade is easy to look after and resists corrosion during daily use. Weighing 65g with a 1.6mm spine at the heel, the knife pairs this performance-oriented edge with an octagonal teak handle and black buffalo horn ferrule. This combination delivers a sturdy grip for precise handling while maintaining the lightweight balance expected of a dedicated petty knife.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43993876005085,"sku":"NIGA_SGHA_PE120","price":309.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/NigaraSG2MattMigakiTsuchimePetty120mmEbonyHandle-20250319-01.jpg?v=1742344560"},{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-matt-migaki-tsuchime-k-tip-petty-150mm","title":"Nigara SG2 Matt Migaki Tsuchime K-tip Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara SG2 Matt Migaki Tsuchime K-tip Petty 150mm is a stainless clad utility knife best fit for first-timers and professional chefs requiring a precise tool for peeling, trimming, and detail work. Produced by Nigara in Aomori, this double bevel blade features an SG2 powdered stainless steel core with a hardness of HRC 62 to 64. The K-tip profile provides a thinner, sharper tip for precise slicing and picking, while the flatter edge geometry facilitates in-hand peeling tasks. This 150mm petty knife measures 270mm in total length and weighs 99g, serving as a dedicated instrument for processing fruits, vegetables, and garnishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstructed using san-mai stainless cladding, the blade offers excellent edge retention and wear resistance through its uniform carbide distribution. The matt migaki tsuchime finish pairs with an octagonal ebony handle featuring a black horn ferrule for a comfortable grip during precision cutting. SG2 steel achieves high durability and fine sharpness, though it is relatively hard to sharpen due to its powdered metallurgy. The stainless construction makes this knife easy to look after, combining advanced metalworking technology with inherited forging skills from the Tsugaru sword smith tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37980713746584,"sku":"NIGA_SGHA_PE150KT","price":299.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/NigaraSG2MattMigakiKtipPetty150mm.jpg?v=1715046035"},{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-matt-tsuchime-sakimaru-sujihiki-300mm","title":"Nigara SG2 Matt Tsuchime Sakimaru Sujihiki 300mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSuper cool Sakimaru shaped sujihiki by Nigara. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e===\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSince being appointed by the domain of Tsugaru to make Japanese swords, Nigara Forging has a history of over 350 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eAs one of the few noble swordsmiths in Japan, Nigara homono has continued to preserve this art. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe making of swords has been abandoned as a business item since 1965, but the same forging techniques such as welding and hammering have been kept alive in the making of  kitchen knives since then.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"1\" border=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid #e3e3df; height: 411px; width: 400px; background-color: #e3e3df;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"200\" colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWeight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e198 g \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e442 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e290 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e40 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e2.3 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e2.3 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e1.2 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eR2 Powdered Steel, Stainless Cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHRC 62 to 64\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eVarious K\u0026amp;S  Handle\u003cbr\u003e\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\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42371512533213,"sku":"NAKA_SGMM_SASU300","price":549.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/NigaraSG2MigakiTsuchimeSakimaruSujihiki300mma.jpg?v=1643001342"},{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-kurouchi-tsuchime-double-bevel-boning-knife","title":"Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Double-bevel Honesuki (Boning knife) 150mm Black Cha","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara SG2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Double-bevel Honesuki 150mm is a boning knife best fit for professional chefs and first-timers requiring a stiff blade for poultry preparation. Produced by Nigara in Aomori, this double-bevel profile features SG2 powdered steel core with stainless cladding in san-mai construction. The blade displays a kurouchi tsuchime surface finish and measures 150mm in length, providing the thickness and pointed tip necessary for manoeuvring around bones and cutting through joints during deboning tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 steel achieves a hardness of 62-64 HRC and offers high wear resistance, though it is relatively hard to sharpen. The octagonal Black Chacate handle provides a durable grip with fine texture and deep brown coloration. This knife weighs between 145g and 176g depending on configuration, with spine thickness measuring approximately 4mm at the heel tapering to 2.2mm near the tip. The stiff, broad blade excels in precision meat butchery work rather than relying on flexibility, making it suitable for detailed processing where agility is required.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42463650152669,"sku":"NIGA_SGKH_HO135","price":369.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/NigaraSG2TsuthimeKurouchiDoubleBevelHonesuki150mmBlackChacatea.jpg?v=1715308921"},{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-matt-migaki-tsuchime-santoku-170mm","title":"Nigara SG2 Matt Migaki Tsuchime Santoku 170mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSince being appointed by the domain of Tsugaru to make Japanese swords, Nigara Forging has a history of over 350 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eAs one of the few noble swordsmiths in Japan, Nigara homono has continued to preserve this art. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe making of swords has been abandoned as a business item since 1965, but the same forging techniques such as welding and hammering have been kept alive in the making of kitchen knives since then.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border: 1px solid #e3e3df; height: 411px; width: 400px; background-color: #e3e3df;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\" width=\"200\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWeight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e145 g \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e313 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e170 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e50.3 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e2.2 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e2.2 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e0.9 mm \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eR2 Powdered Steel, Stainless Cladding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHRC 62 to 64\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHandle Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTeak Handle with Black Horn Ferrule\u003cbr\u003e\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\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43721953575133,"sku":"NIGA_SGMT_SA170","price":349.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/NigaraSG2MattMigakiTsuchimeSantoku180mma.jpg?v=1676613281"},{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-matt-migaki-tsuchime-petty-150mm-1","title":"Nigara SG2 Matt Migaki Tsuchime Petty 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara SG2 Matt Migaki Tsuchime Petty 150mm is a stainless-clad utility knife best fit for first-timers and professional chefs requiring a precision tool for peeling, trimming, and detail work. Produced by Nigara in Aomori, this double-bevel blade features an SG2 powdered stainless steel core with san-mai stainless cladding. The 150mm profile suits in-hand peeling and general-purpose tasks, offering a slim geometry for intricate cutting such as deveining shrimp or preparing garnishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2 steel measures 62-64 HRC and provides high wear resistance through uniform carbide distribution inherent to its powdered metallurgy. This construction supports edge retention but requires specific sharpening attention due to the steel's hardness. The blade displays a matt migaki tsuchime finish and weighs 84g with a spine thickness of 1.8mm at the heel tapering to 1.0mm at the tip. An octagonal ebony handle provides a tapered grip that pairs with the lightweight blade for controlled manipulation during detailed prep work. The stainless cladding ensures easy care while the SG2 core delivers consistent performance for users prioritising longevity in a small utility format.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44973075857629,"sku":"NIGA_SGHA_PE150","price":299.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/NigaraSG2MattMigakiTsuchimePetty150mma.jpg?v=1713326581"},{"product_id":"nigara-sg2-tsuchime-matt-migaki-bunka-180mm","title":"Nigara SG2 Tsuchime Matt Migaki Bunka 180mm Ebony","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Nigara SG2 Tsuchime Matt Migaki Bunka 180mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for first-timers and professional chefs seeking a pointier Santoku profile with powdered stainless steel edge retention. Made by Go Yoshizawa in Aomori, this 180mm blade features SG2\/R2 powder metallurgy steel at 62-64 HRC within a san-mai stainless clad construction. 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