Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Smith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代
Sharpener: Rikichi 利吉
Profile: Deba
Edge Steel: Silver (Ginsanko) #3
Steel Type: Stainless
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Bevel: Single
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Handle: Ho Wood & Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal
Total Length: 291mm
Edge Length: 156mm
Spine Length: 170mm
Blade Height: 48mm
Thickness at Spine: 6.4mm
Thickness ½ way: 5.9mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 3.2mm
Handle Length: 121mm
Weight: 238g
Saya: Magnolia (Ho) Wood
Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Your specific product may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.
Care Advisement: Stainless
This blade is stainless steel. While it is resistant to stains and corrosion, “stain-less” does not mean “stain-proof.” Care must still be taken to keep the blade dry when not in use. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. 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 plastic.