Description
⚡️Shun SG-2 Powder Steel Hollow Ground Santoku 18cm (KDM-0004)⚡
🔥Brand: #Shun
🔪YouTube (Product Video): https://youtu.be/AnPP5krxrb8
🔪Model: KDM-0004
🔪Knife Type: Hollow Ground Santoku
🔪Steel: SG-2 Powder Steel Damascus
🔪Rust Resistance: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🔪Size: 18cm
🔪Handle: Pakkawood Handle
🔪Saya: Add-on available (multiple materials optional)
🔪Thickness: ≈2mm
🔪Blade Width: ≈4.8cm
🔪Weight: ≈232g
⭕️While stainless steel has good corrosion resistance, it may still rust under humid, high-salt, or damaged conditions. It is recommended to keep it dry and perform regular cleaning and maintenance.
Brand Introduction:
【Shun】
Originating from the century-old Japanese cutlery brand "Kai," 【Shun】 represents their top-tier professional kitchen knife series. Inheriting the spirit of samurai sword forging, every Shun knife is hand-forged and sharpened by artisans, featuring exquisite craftsmanship and astonishing sharpness.
Renowned for their unique design, high artistic value, and superior durability, they are highly acclaimed by professional chefs and are hailed as "art in the kitchen."
Material Introduction:
⭕️SG-2 / R2 Powder Steel
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%
SG-2 powder steel delivers extremely high hardness with excellent corrosion resistance while maintaining sufficient toughness. After proper heat treatment, hardness typically reaches HRC 62–64, providing outstanding edge retention and wear resistance. The high chromium content enhances corrosion resistance, effectively reducing the risk of rust. For chefs and knife enthusiasts seeking top-tier performance, SG-2 is a high-end powder steel that balances hardness, durability, and stability.
Knife Model Introduction:
⭕️Santoku
The Santoku is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife designed for slicing, dicing, and chopping. Its shorter, wider blade provides excellent control and balance, making it ideal for meat, fish, and vegetables. Lightweight and easy to handle, it is a practical all-purpose knife for everyday cooking.