R2

R2 is a powdered stainless steel also known as SG2 steel. It is often both cut and forged to shape by smaller factories in Japan. Takamura is renowned for its R2 blades.

High-performance kitchen cutlery delivers its best results only when properly maintained. Check out our knife sharpening services for home cooks and professionals alike or our strops and stones section for all of your at home sharpening tools.