Upscale Living x Konosuke HD2 Series Knife Upscale Living has collaborated with Konosuke-Sakai to bring the HD2 series to enthusiasts. The right side of the HD2 knife is engraved with the Indonesian flag and the kanji "インドネシア", which translates to Indonesia. First Impressions: The HD2 knife has a perfectly balanced weight—not too light, not too heavy—and comes with an exceptionally sharp edge straight out of the box. The HD2 series is part of Konosuke’s Laser Sakai knives, known for their superb craftsmanship, durability, and semi-stainless mono steel, which delivers outstanding performance. The thin edge makes cutting a delight, and the semi-stainless steel is very easy to maintain. In 2011, Konosuke introduced the original HD series using limited semi-stainless steel. Due to its popularity, the supply ran out quickly. The HD2 series revives this concept with semi-stainless steel, providing excellent edge retention and low-maintenance care. Like its predecessor, the semi-stainless steel used in HD2 is produced in very limited quantities, so once sold out, it cannot be reproduced. Specifications:
Edge Length: 236 mm Total Length: 390 mm Cladding/Jigane: No Cladding Core Steel/Hagane: Mono Semi Stainless HD2 Steel Handle: Octagonal Teak with Buffalo Horn Ferrule Weight: 140 g (weight may vary slightly due to hand-finishing by the blacksmith) Thickness: 2.60 / 2.50 / 1.30 mm (Heel / Middle / Front) Height at Heel: 48.3 mm Hardness: 61-62 HRC