Hado

Brand: HADO
Smith: Yoshikazu Tanaka  田中
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Line: Sumi Blue #1 Damascus
Profile: Bunka
Edge Length: 169mm
Blade Height: 52mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #1 (Blue #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad), San-Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (Forged), Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Oak, Cherry Bark (2 sides) 
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Total Length: 319mm
Spine Length: 188mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.0mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.7mm
Handle Length: 139mm
Weight: 163g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Care advisement: Carbon
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: HADO
Line: Sumi White #2 Kurouchi
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Yoshikazu Tanaka  田中
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Length: 164mm
Blade Height: 57mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (Forged)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Oak
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 185mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.4mm
Handle Length: 134mm
Total Length: 320mm
Weight: 196g
Saya/Guard: 

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: HADO
Line: Shiosai
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Profile: Kiritsuke Gyuto
Edge Length: 198mm
Blade Height: 49mm
Edge Steel: SG2
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime (Hammered)
Bevel: Double 
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Urushi Oak
Spine Length: 215mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .6mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Total Length: 353mm
Weight: 154g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

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

Brand: HADO
Line: Shiosai
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Profile: Bunka
Edge Length: 171mm
Blade Height: 50mm
Edge Steel: SG2
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime (Hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Oak
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 188mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.9mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .6mm
Handle Length: 135mm
Total Length: 320mm
Weight: 140mm
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items 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.

Brand: HADO 刃道
Line: Sumi
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Yoshikazu Tanaka  田中
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 200mm
Blade Height: 45mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Cherry Bark with Oak Core
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 215mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .5mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Total Length: 355mm
Weight: 170g
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: HADO
Line: Shiosai
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Profile: Kiritsuke Gyuto
Edge Length: 199mm
Blade Height: 48.3mm
Edge Steel: SG2
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless 
Finish: Tsuchime
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Oak 
Spine Length: 217mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .6mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Total Length: 355mm
Weight: 152g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items 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.

Brand: HADO
Line: Shiosai
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Profile: Ko Bunka
Edge Length: 128mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Edge Steel: SG2
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime (Hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Oak
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 143mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.1mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.9mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .8mm
Handle Length: 129mm
Total Length: 270mm
Weight: 114g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items 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.

Brand: HADO
Smith: Yoshikazu Tanaka  田中
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Made in: Sakai, Osaka, Japan
Line: Sumi Blue #1 Damascus
Profile: Sujihiki
Edge Length: 232mm
Blade Height: 35mm
Edge Steel: Blue #1
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase/Clad, San-Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron Damascus
Finish: Kurouchi, Damascus
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Oak, Cherry Bark (2 sides) 
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Total Length: 383mm
Spine Length: 244mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.0mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.2mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Weight: 169g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual knives 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: HADO
Smith: Yoshikazu Tanaka  田中
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Line: Sumi White #2 Kurouchi
Profile: Shou Santoku
Edge Length: 110mm
Blade Height: 40mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad), San-Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (Forge Finish)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Oak
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Total Length: 245mm
Spine Length: 128mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.1mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.8mm
Handle Length: 120mm
Weight: 87g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual knives 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: HADO
Line: Kojiro
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Shogou Yamatsuka
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Profile: Petty/Utility
Edge Length: 151mm
Blade Height: 31mm
Edge Steel: Ginsan (Silver #3)
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Urushi
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 160mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.1mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.8mm
Handle Length: 120mm
Total Length: 281mm
Weight: 89g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items 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.

Brand: HADO
Line: Shiosai
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Profile: Ko Bunka
Edge Length: 128mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Edge Steel: SG2
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime (Hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Blue Stabilized Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 143mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.1mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.9mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .8mm
Handle Length: 129mm
Total Length: 270mm
Weight: 114g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items 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.

Brand: HADO
Line: Shiosai
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Profile: Bunka
Edge Length: 171mm
Blade Height: 50mm
Edge Steel: SG2
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime (Hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Blue Stabilized Wood 
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 188mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.9mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .6mm
Handle Length: 135mm
Total Length: 320mm
Weight: 139mm
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items 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.

Brand: HADO
Line: Shiosai
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Profile: Kiritsuke Gyuto
Edge Length: 199mm
Blade Height: 48.3mm
Edge Steel: SG2
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless 
Finish: Tsuchime
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Blue Stabilized Wood 
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 217mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .6mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Total Length: 355mm
Weight: 165g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items 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.

Brand: HADO
Smith: Yoshikazu Tanaka  田中
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Line: Sumi Blue #1
Profile: Petty/Utility
Edge Length: 145mm
Blade Height: 30mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #1 (Blue #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad), San-Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (Forge Finish), Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Brown Lacquered Oak Handle with Cherry Bark (2 Sides)
Total Length: 273mm
Spine Length: 154mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.1mm
Handle Length: 118mm
Weight: 92g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Care advisement: Carbon
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: HADO
Smith: Yoshikazu Tanaka  田中
Sharpener: Tadataka Maruyama
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Line: Sumi White #2 Kurouchi
Profile: Sujihiki
Edge Length: 265mm
Blade Height: 40mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad), San-Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (Forge Finish)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Oak
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Total Length: 417mm
Spine Length: 276mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.7mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.1mm
Handle Length: 141mm
Weight: 163g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual knives 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.