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Hado Shiosai 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto SG2 Urushi Oak Handle

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The Hado Shiosai series is an SG2 powder metal blade with an octagonal urushi oak handle.

SG2 steel is a stainless powder metal with a fine grain structure and a good blend of toughness.  It makes for easy sharpening, especially for a stainless steel at this hardness, and posseses great edge life.

HADO is based in Sakai, Japan, launched in 2019 by Fukui & Co. Ltd. The brand was influenced by Tadataka Maruyama, a former sales and warehouse manager at Fukui & Co., whose passion for craftsmanship led him to train for three years with master sharpeners in Sakai. With the support of company president Motonari Fukui, HADO was created to foster Maruyama’s journey and uphold Sakai's sharpening traditions. Though Maruyama has since pursued his own independent work, his influence remains central to HADO’s approach.

HADO works with some of Sakai’s most respected blacksmiths—including Yoshikazu Tanaka and Satoshi Nakagawa—who forge blades from a number of premium steels as well as high-grade pre-laminated stock. These are then sharpened and finished by HADO’s in-house team, ensuring exceptional craftsmanship in consistent geometry and refined edges.

 



About This Knife

General Purpose

Good for veggies and boneless protein

Avoid Bones & Dense Foods

If you can't bite it, don't cut it.

Stainless Steel

Non-reactive blade.

Thin Grind

Particularly thin grind. Use with intention.

Ambidextrous

Suitable for all users.

Gyuto

A Japanese chef’s knife inspired by Western profiles, the gyuto is versatile and balanced. It excels on vegetables, boneless meat, and fish. Its pointed tip allows for precision, while the gentle curve supports rocking cuts.

Listed Length: 210mm
Total Length: 355mm
Edge Length: 198mm
Heel Height: 48mm
Spine Thickness: 2mm
Weight:
Orientation: Ambidextrous

Blade Type: Stainless Steel
Steel Type: SG2 (R2)
Steel Hardness (HRC):
Maintenance: Less Attention
Handle Type: Japanese (wa)
Handle Material: Oak with Clear Urushi Lacquer

  • This is a stainless steel knife made from thin, hard steel.
  • Hand wash and towel dry after use. Do not air dry or use the dishwasher. Regular neglect can lead to oxidation.
  • Avoid twisting, scraping, or use on dense or hard foods and surfaces to avoid early dulling and edge damage. If you wouldn't bite into it, don't cut it with this knife.
  • Use on wooden cutting boards only. Do not use bamboo, cheap plastics or metal cutting boards.

Dive Deeper

Medium-fine finish

We recommend sharpening by hand using whetstones starting around 1000 grit progressing to at least 4000 for this steel type and edge geometry. Finish with a monodiachrome strop for a smooth cut with a substantial bite. Finer finishes are possible, but the knife may slide on smooth foods and overall edge retention may suffer. During repair, use a super coarse stone to pass chips quickly to help keep flat bevels.

  • Avoid pull-through sharpeners and non-water-cooled mechanized systems.
  • Strops and ceramic honing rods are preferred for as-needed edge maintenance. If you have to use a honing rod to be able to use the knife comfortably, it's time to sharpen the knife.

Sharpening Supplies

Stones & Accessories selected specifically for this knife.

Arato-kun #220 Extra Coarse Grit Whetstone

Arato-kun #220 Extra Coarse Grit Whetstone

£26.44
£26.44
Bernal Cutlery Takarazukushi 1200 Grit Blue Marble Semi-Soft Ceramic Japanese Whetstone

Bernal Cutlery Takarazukushi 1200 Grit Blue Marble Semi-Soft Ceramic Japanese Whetstone

£57.54
£57.54
Bernal Cutlery Takarazukushi 4000 Grit Yellow Semi-Hard Resinoid Japanese Whetstone

Bernal Cutlery Takarazukushi 4000 Grit Yellow Semi-Hard Resinoid Japanese Whetstone

£63.76
£63.76
Arashiyama #6000 Whetstone Stone NO Wooden Base

Arashiyama #6000 Whetstone Stone NO Wooden Base

£45.10
£45.10
Arashiyama #6000 Whetstone With Nagura Stone and Wooden Base

Arashiyama #6000 Whetstone With Nagura Stone and Wooden Base

£48.21
£48.21
Bernal Cutlery Monodiachrome™ Precharged Deburring Strop

Bernal Cutlery Monodiachrome™ Precharged Deburring Strop

£31.10
£31.10



SG2 (R2)

Carbon (C): 1.25–1.45% | Chromium (Cr): 14.0–16.0% | Molybdenum (Mo): 2.3–3.3% | Vanadium (V): 1.8–2.2%

SG2/R2 is a Japanese PM stainless targeting top‑tier edge retention with true stainless behavior. Typically ~62–64 HRC, it forms fine, hard carbides for long‑lasting sharpness while remaining more sharpenable than ultra‑carbide steels. Popular in premium kitchen knives.



About HADO

Sakai, Osaka, Japan

HADO is a Sakai-based brand that integrates forging, sharpening, and finishing in-house—rare in a region where these roles are often separate. Founded by former members of Oul Sakai, HADO works with blacksmiths like Yoshikazu Tanaka, Satoshi Nakagawa and Shogo Yamatsuka, while sharpening is led by their in-house grinders. The result is knives with consistent geometry, exceptional edges, and distinctive polish. HADO focuses on clean grinds, comfortable profiles, and high-performance finishes, often using White and Blue carbon steels. By controlling the full process, they offer knives with both artisan quality and a unified design vision.

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