{"product_id":"tanaka-r2-etched-black-damascus-gyuto-180mm-ironwood-handle","title":"Tanaka R2 Etched Black Damascus Gyuto 180mm Ironwood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Shigeki Tanaka SG2 Damascus Gyuto 180mm with ironwood handle is a double-bevel chef's knife best fit for enthusiasts and professional chefs seeking high-performance powder steel geometry paired with collectable aesthetics. The blade features an etched black damascus finish over stainless clad SG2\/R2 powdered steel, measuring 183mm in edge length with a heel height of 46mm. Spine thickness measures 2.0mm at the heel, tapering to 1.5mm at mid and 1.1mm at tip, while total weight is 179g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSG2\/R2 powdered stainless steel achieves 62-64 HRC hardness and offers excellent edge retention through uniform carbide distribution that enhances toughness. The san-mai stainless damascus clad construction provides corrosion resistance alongside the decorative etched surface. This gyuto profile suits general purpose kitchen tasks including mincing, slicing vegetables, and cutting meat. The coke-bottle shaped western handle uses desert ironwood inspired by Bob Loveless designs, featuring a tapered rear end and wider midsection for secure grip and control. Crafted in Miki City by Shigeki Tanaka, this knife combines traditional Japanese bladesmithing with distinctive cross-cultural handle design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tanaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46898954633437,"sku":"TANA_R2DA_GY180_IRON","price":993000.0,"currency_code":"KRW","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TanakaR2EtchedBlackDamascusGyuto180mmIronwoodHandleb_bbf49e00-1601-473b-b30e-0e5b9282f040.jpg?v=1761270972","url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.co.kr\/en\/products\/tanaka-r2-etched-black-damascus-gyuto-180mm-ironwood-handle","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}