The most essential knife for the kitchen which no chef can be without. The gyutos meaning is “Cow sword” in Japan as gyu means “Beef” and to means “Sword” this is also known as a Chef’s knife or French knife. It is the one and first knife all chef’s/cooks needs in their kitchen. When buying your first gyuto you have to consider how and what will be built around your first knife as it will do the majority of the work in your kitchen.

The Hatsukokoro Saihyo SG2 knives feature a core of SG2 (Super Gold 2) powdered stainless steel, a high-performance alloy known for its exceptional hardness (typically around 62–63 HRC), fine grain structure, and remarkable edge retention. This steel allows the blade to be ground exceptionally thin without compromising durability, delivering incredibly smooth and precise cuts. SG2 is also highly resistant to corrosion and wear, making it ideal for both professional and home kitchens with minimal maintenance. Visually, the knives are stunning encased in a layered Damascus cladding that showcases intricate, flowing patterns reminiscent of natural waves or suminagashi ink art. The surface has a mirror or semi-polished finish that accentuates the Damascus layers.

Weight: 188g

Handle Material: Octagonal stabilised birch with white spacer

Handle Length: 140mm (5.5")

Blade Length: 242mm (9.5")

Blade Depth: 51mm

Thickness at spine: 2mm

Thickness at tip: 0.3mm

Cutting Edge: Double 50/50

Blade Material: SG2 core steel with stainless steel cladding

Hardness (Rockwell scale): 63 - 64