Yoshimi Kato Hyo SG2 Gyuto 210mm, Carbon Fibre Handle

The Yoshimi Kato Hyo SG2 Gyuto 210mm is a stainless clad chef's knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking high-performance cutting with excellent edge retention. Forged in Echizen by certified traditional craftsman Yoshimi Kato, this 215mm blade features an SG2 powdered steel core hardened to 62-64 HRC within a sanmai stainless clad construction. The double bevel geometry is thin behind the edge, supporting precise slicing, mincing, and chopping tasks across vegetables and proteins.This knife weighs 158g and measures 1.8mm at the heel, tapering to 0.6mm at the tip with a 46mm heel height. The blade displays a Tsuchime surface finish characterised by sharp, angular arrow-like marks distinct from rounded hammered textures. An octagonal WA handle crafted in-house by the maker provides a traditional grip profile for this general-purpose gyuto. SG2 steel offers uniform carbide distribution through its powdered metallurgy, enhancing toughness and reducing chipping risks while maintaining fine edge sharpness during extended use.