Description
⚡Yoshimi Kato “Hyou” SG-2 Powder Steel Gyuto (Japanese Chef’s Knife) 21cm⚡
🔥Brand: Yoshimi Kato – Hyou
🔪YouTube Demo Video:
🔪Knife Type: Gyuto
🔪Steel: SG-2 Powder Steel
🔪Rust Resistance: Strong
🔪Size: 21cm
🔪Handle: Integrated handle — Taita / Red Padauk / Maple / Ebony
(Please specify your choice when ordering; if not specified, a random handle will be shipped.)
🔪Saya: Optional add-on (various materials available)
🔪Thickness: ≈2mm
🔪Blade Width: ≈4.7cm
🔪Weight: ≈163g
Brand Introduction:
⭕Yoshimi Kato is a prominent bladesmith from Echizen, Japan—one of the country’s major knife-making regions.
He is best known for his extremely thin-ground R2 Damascus knives, highly favored by professional chefs. In recent years, he has expanded his portfolio to include more steel types while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship.
Steel Introduction:
⭕SG-2 / R2 Powder Steel:
Composition includes Carbon 1.25–1.50%, Chromium 14.0–16.0%, Molybdenum 2.0–3.0%, Vanadium 1.8–2.5%, Tungsten 1.5%.
These elements give SG-2 exceptional hardness, corrosion resistance, and toughness.
Proper heat treatment typically brings the hardness to ≈HRC 62–64, offering long-lasting sharpness and excellent wear resistance. It is highly regarded among chefs and knife enthusiasts seeking high performance.
Knife Model Introduction:
⭕Gyuto (Japanese Chef’s Knife):
A versatile professional knife used for slicing, carving, and portioning meat—especially premium wagyu.
The long blade allows smooth, continuous slicing that maintains the integrity and appearance of meat.
It has become popular not only among professional chefs but also home cooks who want precision and efficiency when handling meat.