Hatsukokoro Hikari SLD Birch 2.0 Trio
Specifications:
Knife Style: Gyuto
Blade Length: 210mm
Heel Height: 49mm
Spine Thickness: 1.80mm
Weight: 134g
Knife Style: Ko-Santoku
Blade Length: 150mm
Heel Height: 38mm
Spine Thickness: 1.80mm
Weight: 80g
Steel Type: Semi-Stainless Steel*
Blade Material: SLD
Blade Finish: Migaki
Blade Hardness: 61HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: Birch Wood with White Spacer
The updated Hikari Trio 2.0 includes three pieces that cover pretty much everything you’d need in the kitchen — a 210mm Gyuto, a 150mm Ko-Santoku, and a ceramic honing rod to keep them in shape.
These knives are forged in Japan from SLD semi-stainless steel — a material originally made for cutting industrial steel. It holds an edge beautifully but still cleans up easily, so you don’t have to baby it like full-carbon blades.
Gyuto 210mm
The main workhorse. A little longer than before, giving it a bit more reach and balance for larger prep work. It’s thin, light, and easy to handle — the kind of knife that just disappears in your hand once you get used to it.
Ko-Santoku 150mm
A shorter, more compact take on the classic Santoku. Great for smaller spaces or quick prep — chopping herbs, trimming meat, slicing fruit — anything where you don’t want a big blade in the way.
Both knives come with stabilized birch handles and a clean white spacer. They feel warm and natural, and no two are quite the same.
Ceramic Honing Rod
Included mostly because maintenance matters. A few light passes before use keeps the edges straight and saves you from having to sharpen too often.
The Hikari Trio 2.0 keeps things simple — two really solid knives and one tool to make them last. Made with care, easy to live with, and built to do the job right.
◻️ Additional Information
Please note that colours, shading, and overall appearance may vary slightly between photos and the product you receive. Lighting, camera exposure, and reflections on materials like steel, epoxy, and wood can all create subtle differences.
Many of our items are handmade, which means each piece has its own character. Minor variations in pattern, texture, or finish are normal and part of the craft.
If you’d like to see additional photos or close-ups of any item, feel free to request them before or after placing your order—especially for one-of-a-kind pieces. We’re always happy to help you choose the perfect knife or handle.
◻️ Sharp Certified
Before our knives are shipped, each one undergoes a rigorous sharpness test to ensure they meet the highest standards of quality. Our BESS Certified sharpness scale will guarantee that your knives deliver the smoothest cuts.
This commitment to sharpness not only guarantees that you receive a product that's ready to perform at its best but also reflects our dedication to delivering excellence in every aspect of our field.
◻️ Shipping & Returns
Every product listed on our website is physically in stock at our shop and typically ships within 24 hours — giving us enough time for sharpening and proper packaging.
The only exceptions are custom knife assemblies or engraving, which may require 3-5 days before shipping. Everything is done in-house, so even with the extra steps, it’s still exceptionally fast.
Canadian orders can say goodbye to unexpected duties, additional customs fees and exchange rate fluctuations; all our prices are clear and upfront.
For international orders, we take care of providing the declarations documents on items from foreign countries.
We know choosing a knife online isn’t always easy. To make things stress-free, we offer a flexible 30-day Return Policy on regular-priced items. Take a look at our full policy for all the details!
◻️ Contact Us
We are at your service through email, social media, or even by phone, where you can have a direct conversation with one of our team members during our business hours.
Whether you require assistance with your existing product, have inquiries about a potential purchase, need more specific details, additional photos, or even a video to get a better sense of the product in a real human hand, we've got you covered.
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