Exclusively at Sur La Table. Introducing the exquisite Artisan SG2 Collection, handmade in the legendary knife capital of Seki, Japan. ‘Artisan’ reflects the rich tradition of metalworking in Japan, where since the 13th century, bladesmiths have honed their craft and developed an almost mythic reputation. The kitchen workhorse, the chef’s knife is the knife you’ll probably use most often for chopping, slicing, and dicing a variety of ingredients.