{"product_id":"takeshi-saji-sg2-black-damascus-santoku-180mm-heart-shaped-ironwood-handle","title":"Takeshi Saji SG2 Black Damascus Santoku 180mm Ironwood Handle Wenge Saya","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Takeshi Saji SG2 Black Damascus Santoku 180mm is a double-bevel general-purpose knife best fit for professional chefs, collectors, and enthusiasts seeking an etched stainless damascus blade with a workhorse grind. The 180mm santoku profile features a heel height of 49mm and spine thickness measuring 2.5mm at the heel, 1.9mm at mid, and 0.8mm at the tip, placing this blade on the thicker side. Weighing 150g, it suits slicing, dicing, and mincing tasks where a less aggressive tip and controllable chopping geometry are preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe core steel is SG2 powdered stainless manufactured by Takefu Special Steel, hardened to 62-64 HRC within a sanmai stainless damascus clad construction. This material offers high wear resistance and edge retention while remaining fully stainless. The handle is crafted from desert ironwood in a heart-shaped WA profile with a blonde horn ferrule, designed to conform naturally to the hand for ergonomic control during prolonged use. Produced in Takefu by fourth-generation bladesmith Takeshi Saji, this knife features his signature black damascus finish and unique blade geometry that facilitates a smooth cutting experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takeshi Saji","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46896952017117,"sku":null,"price":557000.0,"currency_code":"KRW","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_3830.jpg?v=1775795521","url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.co.kr\/en\/products\/takeshi-saji-sg2-black-damascus-santoku-180mm-heart-shaped-ironwood-handle","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}