Description
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⚡️Nigara Galaxy Series SG-2 Powdered Steel Kengata Gyuto 24cm⚡
🔥Brand: #Nigara.hamono Galaxy Series
🔪YouTube (Knife Showcase Video): https://youtu.be/_63GJwwKbuI
🔪Knife Type: Kengata Gyuto
🔪Steel: SG-2
🔪Rust Resistance: Medium
🔪Size: 24cm
🔪Handle: Integral Handle, Ebony Handle, Three Silver Rings
🔪Saya: Additional purchase available (various materials to choose from)
🔪Thickness: ≈2.2mm
🔪Blade Width: ≈5.2cm
🔪Weight: ≈202g (Ebony Handle)
⭕️Although stainless steel offers good corrosion resistance, it can still rust under high humidity, salty environments, or if damaged. It is recommended to keep it dry and maintain regular cleaning and care.
Brand Introduction
⭕️Nigara Knives: Located in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, Japan, this knife-making workshop boasts over 350 years of history and is one of Japan’s prestigious makers of samurai swords. Now in its eighth generation, the workshop is renowned for its Anmoku series. Their famous Onisai and Fujitsuki Hon-yaki highlight the mastery of Japanese metalwork. Nigara continues to forge high-performance and aesthetically designed knives, balancing tradition with innovation.
Material Introduction
⭕️SG-2 Powdered Steel (SG2/R2)
Chemical Composition:
* Carbon (C): 1.25-1.50%
* Chromium (Cr): 14.0-16.0%
* Molybdenum (Mo): 2.0-3.0%
* Vanadium (V): 1.8-2.5%
* Tungsten (W): 1.5%
These elements provide SG2 steel with exceptional hardness and excellent corrosion resistance, while maintaining sufficient toughness. With proper heat treatment, the hardness typically ranges between HRC 62-64, ensuring long-lasting sharpness and durability. The high chromium content further enhances its rust resistance, making it an excellent choice for chefs and knife enthusiasts seeking superior performance.
Knife Model Introduction
⭕️Gyuto: Also known as a Japanese chef's knife, the Gyuto is designed for slicing, carving, and trimming beef, especially premium Wagyu. Its long blade allows for clean, continuous slicing, ideal for handling large cuts of meat. The precise blade design helps maintain the integrity and presentation of the meat.
Favored by both professional chefs and home cooks, the Gyuto excels in meticulous meat preparation. Handles and blade materials vary, commonly including stainless steel or high-carbon steel, with handles crafted from wood or composite materials for a comfortable and stable grip.