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Brand: Hitohira ひとひら 
Line: Kikuchiyo x Manzo
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan 
Smith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代 
Sharpener: Manzō 万造
Profile: Mioroshi Deba
Edge Length: 214mm 
Blade Height: 42.5mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad), Ni Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kido (diagonal pattern)
Bevel: Single Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 0/100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal 
Handle Material: Magnolia (Ho) Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 230mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 5.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 2.4mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Total Length: 367mm
Weight: 250g  
Saya/Guard: Included

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements. 

Care Advisement: This blade is carbon steel and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Made in: Japan
Profile: Yanagiba
Edge Length: 228mm 
Blade Height: 32mm 
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad), Ni Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (Forge Finish)
Bevel: Single Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 0/100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: D-Shape
Handle Material: Poplar
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Plastic
Spine Length: 244mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.9mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.0mm
Handle Length: 135mm  
Total Length: 378mm
Weight: 184g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care advisement: Carbon Steel
This blade is carbon steel and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Line: Harima Forged
Made in: Miki, Hyogo - Japan 
Profile: Bunka
Edge Length: 176mm 
Blade Height: 45mm 
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Kurouchi (Forge Finish)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal 
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Pakka
Spine Length: 190mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1mm
Handle Length: 130mm 
Total Length: 320mm 
Weight: 145g 
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care advisement: Carbon with Stainless Clad
This blade has a stainless cladding around most of the knife except for the edge, which is fully carbon. Care must still be used to avoid rust especially on the carbon portion of the blade. Wipe dry after each use, and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time on the carbon portion helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as softer woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Line: Harima Forged
Made in: Miki-Hyogo/ Japan
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Length: 160mm
Blade Height: 47mm
Edge Steel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless Clad
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal Wa Handle
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Pakka
Spine Length: 177mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.9mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 305mm
Weight: 128g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Care Advisement: Carbon with Stainless Clad

This blade has a stainless cladding around most of the knife except for the edge, which is fully carbon. Care must still be used to avoid rust especially on the carbon portion of the blade. Wipe dry after each use, and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time on the carbon portion helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as softer woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら 
Line: Kuma Blue #2
Made in: Seki-Gifu, Japan
Profile: Santoku/Home Chef
Edge Length: 170mm
Blade Height: 47mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)
HRC: 59±1HRC 
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless 
Finish: Tsuchime (hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: Symmetrical
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 174mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.7mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.5mm
Handle Length: 121mm
Total Length: 294mm
Weight: 149g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care Advisement: Carbon with Stainless Cladding

This blade has a stainless cladding around most of the knife except for the edge, which is fully carbon. Care must still be used to avoid rust especially on the carbon portion of the blade. Wipe dry after each use, and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time on the carbon portion helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as softer woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片) 
Made in: Sanjo-Niigata/ Japan
Line: TD Blue #2
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Length: 146mm
Blade Height: 50mm
Edge Steel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase/Clad, San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Nashiji
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless
Spine Length: 158mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.0mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.7mm
Handle Length: 134mm
Total Length: 295mm
Weight: 169g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care Advisement: Carbon with Stainless Cladding

This blade has a stainless cladding around most of the knife except for the edge, which is fully carbon. Care must still be used to avoid rust especially on the carbon portion of the blade. Wipe dry after each use, and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time on the carbon portion helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as softer woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片) 
Made in: Sakai-Osaka/ Japan 
Smith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代 
Sharpener: Manzō 万造
Line: Kikuchiyo x Manzo
Profile: Deba
Edge Length: 186mm
Blade Height: 55mm
Edge Steel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase/Clad, Ni Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Migaki
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 0:100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed 
Handle Shape: Octagonal 
Handle Material: Ebony 
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 201mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 8.4mm
Thickness ½ way: 6.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 3.8mm
Handle Length: 139mm
Total Length: 333mm
Weight: 418g
Saya/Guard: Included

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements. 

Care advisement: This blade is fully carbon and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.

Brand: Higonokami 肥後守
Made In: Miki-Hyogo/ Japan
Smith: Mitsuo Nagao 永尾 光雄
Line: Custom Higonokami
Style: Higonokami
Blade Profile: Kiritsuke
Grind: Wide Double Bevel
Blade Steel: Aogami #2/Blue #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Blade Length: 73mm
Blade Height:  14mm
Blade Thickness: 2.9mm
Blade Construction: Awase/San-Mai
Frame Construction: Mono-Body
Opening Mechanism: Thumb Pad
Locking Mechanism: N/A
Washers/Pivot System: N/A
Bolster: N/A
Pommel: N/A
Spacer/Spring: N/A
Handle/Scale Material: Titanium
Handle/Scale Color: Titanium
Blade Finish/Color: Black
Bevel: Double 
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Length: 98mm
Total Length Open: 172mm
Total Length Closed: 110mm
Total Thickness:  6.1mm
Weight: 35g
Sheath/Clip: Sold Separately
Lanyard Hole: Yes

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements. 

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Made in: Japan
Line:  TD Blue #2
Profile: Bunka
Edge Length: 172mm
Blade Height: 49mm
Edge Steel: Blue #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Grind: Wide Double Bevel
Construction: Awase, San-Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Kurouchi Nashiji
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Maple
Total Length: 310mm
Spine Length: 178mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.7mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.2mm
Handle Length: 125mm
Weight: 125g
Saya/Guard: Purchased Separately

Brand: Sakai Kikumori 堺菊守
Made in: Hitoyoshi-city, Kumamoto - Japan
Maker: Minomo Kajiya 蓑毛鍛冶屋
Line: MK
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 248mm
Blade Height: 56.4mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2/Blue #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Grind: Flat
Construction: Awase/San-Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (forge finish), Tsuchime (hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal Wa
Handle Material: Oak
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Total Length: 400mm
Spine Length: 265mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.1mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.3mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Weight: 257g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care advisement: This blade is fully carbon and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.

Brand: Sakai Kikumori 堺菊守 
Made in: Hitoyoshi-city, Kumamoto - Japan
Maker: Minomo Kajiya 蓑毛鍛冶屋
Line: MK
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 173mm
Blade Height: 53.5mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2/Blue #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Grind: Flat
Construction: Awase/San-Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (forge finish), Tsuchime (hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octogonal Wa
Handle Material: Oak
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Total Length: 320mm
Spine Length: 190mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.8mm
Handle Length: 134mm
Weight: 196g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care advisement: This blade is fully carbon and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Made in: Miki, Hyogo - Japan
Line: Harima
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Length: 165mm
Blade Height: 47mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2/Blue #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase/Clad
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Kurouchi
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Oval Octagonal Walnut w/ Pakka Ferrule
Total Length: 128mm
Spine Length: 180mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.1mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.3mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Weight: 162mm
Saya/Guard: Purchased Separately

Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Your specific product may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Made in: Miki, Hyogo-Japan
Line: Harima
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 164mm
Blade Height: 44.5mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (blue #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase San-Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Kurouchi
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Oval Octagonal Walnut w/ Pakka Ferrule
Total Length: 302mm
Spine Length: 175mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .9mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Weight: 132mm
Saya/Guard: Sold Seperately


Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Your specific product may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care advisement: Carbon with Stainless Clad
This blade has a stainless cladding around most of the knife except for the edge, which is fully carbon. Care must still be used to avoid rust especially on the carbon portion of the blade. Wipe dry after each use, and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time on the carbon portion helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as softer woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Made In: Sanjo, Niigata - Japan
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 245mm
Edge Steel: Blue #2
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
Cladding: Stainless Kurouchi
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Japanese Wa Walnut and Bird's Eye Maple Ferrule
Total Length: 398mm
Spine Length: 261mm
Blade Height: 51mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 5.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.3mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.5mm
Handle Length: 136mm
Weight: 210g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Your specific product may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care Advisement: Carbon with Stainless Cladding

This blade has a stainless cladding around most of the knife except for the edge, which is fully carbon. Care must still be used to avoid rust especially on the carbon portion of the blade. Wipe dry after each use, and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time on the carbon portion helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as softer woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片) 
Line: TD
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Steel: Blue #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Cladding: Stainless Cladding
Bevel Type: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle: Walnut Wa
Total Length: 310mm
Edge Length: 163mm
Spine Length: 185mm
Blade Height: 52mm
Spine Thickness at Handle: 5.2mm
Spine Thickness 1cm from Tip: 1.6mm
Handle Length: 1.3mm
Handle Length: 125mm
Weight: 146g
Saya: Sold Separately 

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements. 

Care Advisement: Carbon with Stainless Clad
This blade has a stainless cladding around most of the knife except for the edge, which is fully carbon. Care must still be used to avoid rust especially on the carbon portion of the blade. Wipe dry after each use, and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time on the carbon portion helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as softer woods and plastics.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Smith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代
Profile: Deba
Edge Steel: Blue #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Cladding: Soft Iron
Bevel: Single
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Handle: Ho Wood
Total Length: 370mm
Edge Length: 215mm
Spine Length: 232mm
Blade Height: 61mm
Thickness at Spine: 8.1mm
Thickness ½ way: 7.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 5.1mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Weight: 486g
Saya: Ho Wood

Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Your specific product may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Brand: Higonokami 肥後守
Smith: Mitsuo Nagao 永尾 光雄
Producing Area: Miki-Hyogo/ Japan
Steel Type: Carbon
Steel: Blue (Aogami) #2, Soft Iron Clad
Handle: Brass
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Total Length: 206mm
Blade Length: 85mm
Blade Height: 17mm
Handle Length: 120mm
Weight: 70g

Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Your specific product may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

CARE ADVISEMENTS

This blade has a stainless cladding around most of the knife except for the edge, which is fully carbon. Care must still be used to avoid rust especially on the carbon portion of the blade. Wipe dry after each use, and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time on the carbon portion helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.

Please Note: The pictures and measurements are examples. Individual knives may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.