Takamura Hamono SG2 Santoku
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A classic laser profile santoku from Terukazu Takamura. An absolute delight to cut with and an eye catching red pakka wood Western handle combine to make a light and nimble knife that's going to make light work of a lot of food prep!
Please note that for this knife the kanji may vary slightly depending on whether the stock is directly from Takamura Hamono or one of their distributors. In all cases the logo is on one side and the other side is unmarked. The blade, finish and handle are the same.
About this range
First Impressions
You only need to look at the profile of the SG2 to see it's exceptionally sharp right out of the box and just a few cuts will confirm that this is a real laser with excellent cutting power.
It's smooth and just glides through food.
Beauty
The full tang red pakka wood handle pairs nicely with the highly polished migaki finish and it's absolutely a great looking knife - classy, understated but very obviously high quality in every respect.
In Hand
The Western handle shape is just right, light and nimble in hand it's very comfortable and the fit and finish around the integrated bolster are of a high standard.
Durability
Takamura knives are highly regarded for their edge retention and the laser grind and SG2 steel make for a great cutting experience.
Finished to an impressive 62-63HRC it will retain its edge and performance for a long time between sharpening.
Ease of Care
Very easy to care for, SG2 is stainless, durable and retains an edge well so follow our normal care guide and perhaps consider storing your knife on one of our magnetic racks when not in use.
Care tip – Stainless Steel
This knife is made from a stain resistant steel and so is a great choice for ease of care and it won't react with your ingredients like a carbon steel knife.
Our Verdict
The Takamura SG2 sits in a very competitive price bracket with a lot of great knives and although competition is stiff, this is absolutely a knife to consider, especially if you're looking for a real laser profile.
The overall sharpness and edge retention is very impressive right out of the box and the Western handle on this range is both comfortable and well balanced so overall - definitely worthy of being on your shortlist when it comes to checkout time!
Featured Customer Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Chris Brown
I own a lot of Japanese knives and decided to treat myself to this knife with the SG2 blade. I'm pleased I did as it compares very well to the rest of my collection. It's unbelievably sharp right out of the box.
Knife Measurements - Takamura Hamono SG2 Santoku
- Blade Length: 172mm (Measurement of the cutting edge)
- Total Length: 297mm (Blade tip to handle end)
- Blade Height: 46.3mm (Heel to spine)
- Blade Thickness: 1.64mm (Spine width above the heel) 1.58mm (Measured halfway along spine) 1.12mm (Measured 15mm from tip)
- Total Weight: 144 grams
Range Specifications
- Core Steel: SG2
- Cladding Steel: Stainless
- Hardness: 62-63 (HRC)
- Handle Style: Western
- Handle Material: Red pakka wood
- Left or Right handed: Either (Double Bevel)
Our aim is to measure and photograph our products as accurately as possible but due to many items being handmade, finished or using natural materials, there can be minor variance in measurements and things such as blade or wood finishes can vary. We will always endeavour to provide the most accurate measurements, photos and descriptions of our products.
Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.
Meet the maker
Terukazu Takamura
Based in Takefu Village in Echizen and led by 3rd generation blacksmith Terukazu Takamura, Takamura Hamono have a fine repution for the quality and finish of their blades.
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