Japan

Brand: Kogetsu 光月
Smith: Goko Hamono 五香刃物製作所
Line: Mono SK
Profile: Honesuki Maru
Edge Steel: SK Carbon
Steel Type: Carbon
Cladding: N/A, Mono-steel
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 80/20
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle: Pakka Western
Total Length: 278mm
Edge Length: 155mm
Spine Length: 162mm
Blade Height: 33mm
Thickness at Spine: 2.4mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.1mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.3mm
Handle Length: 115mm
Weight: 204g
Saya/Guard: N/A

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

Brand: Kogetsu 五香刃物
Line: Mandai
Made in: Chiba - Japan
Smith: Goko Hamono 五香刃物製作所 
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 204mm
Blade Height: 47mm
Edge Steel: Mono Unclassified (Stainless Steel)
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: Asymmetric (right-handed)
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Handle Shape: Western (yo) Handle
Handle Material: Imitation Mahogany 
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 205mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.9mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.7mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.3mm
Handle Length: 120mm
Total Length: 327mm
Weight: 192g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

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

Brand: Kogetsu 五香刃物 
Made in: Chiba/ Japan
Smith: Goko Hamono 五香刃物製作所
Line: Mandai 
Profile: Petty/Utility
Edge Length: 150mm
Blade Height: 31mm
Edge Steel: Unclassified
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A Mono-Steel
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 80/20
Hand Orientation: Right-handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Imitation Mahogany
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 155mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 106mm
Total Length: 260mm
Weight: 100g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Brand: Goko Hamono 五香刃物製作所
Line: Kogetsu 光月
Made in: Kashiwa City, Chiba - Japan
Smith: Yoshito Yamakawa 八間川義人
Profile: Gyuto/Chef
Edge Length: 305mm
Blade Height: 62mm
Edge Steel: SK5
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A Mono-steel
Finish: "Messy" Migaki (there are scratches intentionally left on the blade from production)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: ~10/90
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Carbon Steel
Spine Length: 305mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.0mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.0mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.6mm
Handle Length: 143mm
Total Length: 448mm
Weight: 339g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Brand: Kogetsu 光月
Smith: Goko Hamono 五香刃物製作所
Line: White #1 Mono
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 207mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami (White #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Cladding: None
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 80/20
Hand Orientation: Right-handed
Handle: Wine Pakka Western 
Total Length: 329mm 
Spine Length: 211mm 
Blade Height: 48mm 
Thickness at Spine: 1.8mm 
Thickness ½ way: 1.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.7mm
Handle Length: 118mm 
Weight: 181g
Saya/Guard: No

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: 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
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 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: Hitohira ひとひら
Line: Ashi
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Ashi Hamono 芦刃物製作所
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 273mm
Blade Height: 51.2mm
Edge Steel: Swedish Stainless Steel
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Monosteel)
Cladding: N/A Monosteel
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 274mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.9mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .3mm
Handle Length: 124mm
Total Length: 400mm
Weight: 246mm
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

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)
Line: Ashi Swedish Stainless
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan 
Smith: Ashi Hamono 芦刃物製作所
Profile: Nakiri/Vegetable
Edge Length: 161mm
Blade Height: 47mm 
Edge Steel: Swedish Stainless
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 20/80
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 167mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.9mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.3mm
Handle Length: 120mm 
Total Length: 287mm
Weight: 190g 
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
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Ashi Hamono 芦刃物製作所
Line: Ashi, Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 213mm
Blade Height: 49mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 212mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.0mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.6mm
Handle Length: 120mm
Total Length: 334mm
Weight: 173g
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
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Ashi Hamono 芦刃物製作所
Line: Ashi, Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 275mm
Blade Height: 52mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 274mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 125mm
Total Length: 399mm
Weight: 222g
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)
Line: Ashi White #2
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan 
Smith: Ashi Hamono 芦刃物製作所
Profile: Nakiri/Vegetable
Edge Length: 148mm
Blade Height: 49mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 20/80
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 165mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.2mm
Handle Length: 136mm 
Total Length: 300mm
Weight: 160g 
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
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Ashi Hamono 芦刃物製作所
Line: Ashi, Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Profile: Santoku/Home Chef
Edge Length: 170mm 
Blade Height: 44.4mm 
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 173mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.6mm
Handle Length: 120mm
Total Length: 292mm
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: 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 
Made in: Tosa-Kochi/ Japan
Line: Blue #1
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 166mm
Blade Height: 48mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #1 (Blue #1)
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: Magnolia/Ho Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material:
Spine Length: 178mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.4mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.0mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.7mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 305mm
Weight: 127g
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 
Made in: Tosa-Kochi/ Japan
Line: Blue #1
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 165mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #1 (Blue #1)
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: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Ziricote
Spine Length: 178mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.7mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 305mm
Weight: 150g
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 
Made in: Echizen-Fukui/ Japan
Line: Echizen SG2
Profile: Nakiri/Vegetable
Edge Length: 160mm
Blade Height: 50mm
Edge Steel: SG2
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime (hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Tagayasan
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stabilized Wood 
Spine Length: 180mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.7mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.7mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 310mm
Weight: 176g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら 
Made in: Echizen,Fukui - Japan
Line: Echizen SG2
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 170mm
Blade Height: 47mm
Edge Steel: SG2
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime (hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Tagayasan
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stabilized Wood 
Spine Length: 185mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.7mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.4mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 311mm
Weight: 143g
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: Hitohira ひとひら
Line: Echizen
Made in: Echizen, Fukui - Japan
Profile: Santoku/Home Chef
Edge Length: 168mm
Blade Height: 47mm
Edge Steel: SG2
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
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: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Rengas
Spine Length: 181mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.1mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 310mm 
Weight: 125g 
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: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Made in: Seki-Gifu/ Japan
Line: FJ SG2 Mirror
Profile: Bunka
Edge Length: 179mm
Blade Height: 47mm
Edge Steel: SG2 Powder Metal
Steel Type: Stainless
Grind: Convex
Construction: Awase Clad
Cladding: Stainless
Finish: Mirror
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Linen Micarta
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Total Length: 296mm
Spine Length: 173mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.9mm
Handle Length: 120mm
Weight: 173g
Saya/Guard: Purchased Separately

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

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Line: FJ
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan 
Profile: Gyuto/Chef
Edge Length: 207mm 
Blade Height: 45mm 
Edge Steel: VG10 
Steel Type: Stainless
HRC: 60±0.5HRC 
Construction: Zenko (Mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 70/30
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed 
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia (Ho) Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn 
Spine Length: 222mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.1mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 134mm 
Total Length: 357mm 
Weight:  123g 
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.