Japan

Brand: Kogetsu 五香刃物 
Made in: Chiba/ Japan
Smith: Goko Hamono 五香刃物製作所
Line: Kogetsu 光月, Mandai (Stainless)
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.

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: Kogetsu 光月
Smith: Goko Hamono 五香刃物製作所
Line: Mono SK
Profile: Honesuki Kaku
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: 273mm
Edge Length: 152mm
Spine Length: 157mm
Blade Height: 42mm
Thickness at Spine: 3.1mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.6mm
Handle Length: 113mm
Weight: 171g
Saya/Guard: N/A

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: Kogetsu 五香刃物
Line: SK Carbon
Made in: Chiba - Japan
Smith: Goko Hamono 五香刃物製作所
Profile: Petty/Utility
Edge Length: 152mm
Blade Height: 32mm
Edge Steel: SK Carbon
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: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Carbon Steel
Spine Length: 155mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.6mm
Handle Length: 105mm
Total Length: 264mm
Weight: 108g
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)
Made in:  Seki-Gifu/ Japan
Line: FJ VG10
Profile: Kiritsuke Petty
Edge Length: 146mm
Blade Height: 30mm
Edge Steel: VG10
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Convex
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Black Buffalo Horn
Total Length: 275mm
Spine Length: 155mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.4mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.3mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.8mm
Handle Length: 121mm
Weight: 55g
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
Made in: Seki-Gifu, Japan
Line: FJ
Profile: Petty/Utility
Edge Length: 154mm
Blade Height: 30mm
Edge Steel: VG-10 
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 40/60
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal 
Handle Material: Magnolia Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length:.163mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.9mm
Handle Length: 124mm
Total Length: 287mm
Weight: 61g
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: Hiragana
Profile: Deba
Edge Length: 111mm
Blade Height: 43mm
Edge Steel: AUS-8
Steel Type: Stainless
Cladding: N/A
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 100/0
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Handle:  Western Pakka
Total Length: 225mm
Spine Length: 120mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.7mm 
Thickness ½ way: 3.7mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 3.1mm
Handle Length: 107mm
Weight: 169g
Saya/Guard: Purchased Separately

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Made In: Seki-Gifu, Japan
Line: Hiragana
Profile: Deba
Edge Length: 150mm
Blade Height: 55mm
Edge Steel: AUS-8
Steel Type: Stainless
Cladding: N/A
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 100/0
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Handle:  Western Pakka
Total Length: 276mm
Spine Length: 160mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.3mm 
Thickness ½ way: 4.0mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 3.6mm
Handle Length: 116mm
Weight: 260g
Saya/Guard: Purchased 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)
Line: Hizen
Made in: Saga - Japan
Profile: Ajikiri 
Edge Length: 145mm 
Blade Height: 35mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #1 (Blue #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft stainless
Finish: Kurouchi (Forge Finish)
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia (Ho) Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 158mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.0mm
Handle Length: 115mm 
Total Length: 272mm
Weight: 74g 
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: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Line: Imojiya KT
Profile: Petty/Utility
Edge Length: 151mm
Blade Height: 32mm
Edge Steel: VG-10
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Western (Yo) Handle
Handle Material: Micarta
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 155mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.9mm
Handle Length: 100mm
Total Length: 257mm
Weight: 96g
Saya: Sold Separately 

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.

Brand: Hitohira  ひとひら (一片)
Line: Imojiya TH
Producing Area: Seki-Gifu/ Japan
Profile: Honesuki Maru
Steel Type: Carbon
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 90:10
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed, Asymmetric 
Handle: Pakka Western
Total Length: 255mm
Edge Length: 148mm
Spine Length: 154mm
Handle Length: 103mm
Blade Height: 30mm
Thickness at Handle: 2.1mm
Thickness at Middle: 1.8mm
Thickness at Tip: 1.5mm
Weight: 157g
Saya/Guard: Purchased Separately

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

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Line: Imojiya TH
Profile: Petty
Edge Length: 148mm
Blade Height: 29.5mm
Edge Steel: DSR-1K6
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A Mono-Steel
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Double Bevel (asymmetric)
Bevel Symmetry: 40/60
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Western (yo) Handle
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 148mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.1mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .2mm
Handle Length: 115mm
Total Length: 257mm
Weight: 88mm
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)
Line: NM
Made in: Echizen, Fukui - Japan 
Profile: Santoku/Home Chef
Edge Length: 131mm 
Blade Height: 37mm 
Edge Steel: VG-1
Steel Type: Stainless
HRC: 61±1
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime (Hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 137mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 
Thickness ½ way: 
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 
Handle Length: 107mm 
Total Length: 245mm 
Weight: 102g
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
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Profile: Honesuki
Steel: Undisclosed Semi-stainless
Steel Type: Semi-stainless
Edge Length: 153mm
Blade Height: 39mm
Construction: Mono
Bevel: Asymmetrical
Hand Orientation: Right
Handle Shape: Rectangular 
Handle Material: Elastomer
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .4mm
Handle Length: 115mm
Total Length: 268mm
Weight: 116g
Saya/Guard: No

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

Brand: Kanehide 兼秀
Line: Bessaku
Profile: Honesuki Kaku
Steel Type: Mono Semi-Stainless(Unclassified)
Bevel: Asymmetric Double Bevel 
Bevel Symmetry: 90/10
Handle: Wood
Hand Orientation: Left Handed
Total Length: 265mm
Edge Length: 150mm
Spine Length: 150mm
Blade Height: 38mm
Handle Length: 116mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.3mm
Thickness of Spine Half Way: 2.3mm
Thickness of Spine ~1cm from Tip: 1.5mm
Weight: 140g
Saya: Purchase Separately.

Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual knives may differ slightly in appearance and measurements. The multicolor lacquer finish found on this knife is meant purely for the protection of the blade during shipping and handling, and will need to be removed before use.

Care Advisement: Semi-Stainless

This blade is semi-stainless steel. It has better rust-resistance than standard carbon steel, but it is not completely stainless. 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. 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: Kanehide
Made in: Seki-Gifu/ Japan
Line: Bessaku
Profile: Honesuki Maru
Edge Length: 145mm
Blade Height: 29mm
Edge Steel: Undisclosed Semi-Stainless
Steel Type: Semi-Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 90/10
Hand Orientation: Left Handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo) Handle
Handle Material: Rosewood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 147mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.1mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.2mm
Handle Length: 111mm
Total Length: 257mm
Weight: 115g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

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

Care Advisement: Semi-Stainless

This blade is semi-stainless steel. It has better rust-resistance than standard carbon steel, but it is not completely stainless. 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. 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: Kanehide
Made In: Japan
Line: Bessaku
Profile: Honesuki Kaku
Steel Type: Semi-Stainless
Bevel: Asymmetric Double Bevel 
Bevel Symmetry: 10/90
Handle: Wood 
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Total Length: 268mm
Edge Length: 150mm
Spine Length: 150mm
Blade Height: 38mm
Handle Length: 116mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness of Spine Half Way: 2mm
Thickness of Spine ~1cm from Tip: 1mm
Weight: 136g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately
 

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

Care Advisement: Semi-Stainless

This blade is semi-stainless steel. It has better rust-resistance than standard carbon steel, but it is not completely stainless. 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. 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: Kanehide
Line: Bessaku
Profile: Honesuki Maru
Steel Type: Semi-Stainless
Bevel: Asymmetric Double Bevel 
Bevel Symmetry: 90:10
Handle: Wood 
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Total Length: 260mm
Edge Length: 150mm
Spine Length: 150mm
Blade Height: 29mm
Handle Length: 112mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness of Spine Half Way: 1.8mm
Thickness of Spine ~1cm from Tip: 0.6mm
Weight: 114g

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

Care Advisement: Semi-Stainless

This blade is semi-stainless steel. It has better rust-resistance than standard carbon steel, but it is not completely stainless. 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. 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: Kanehide 兼秀
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Line: Bessaku
Profile: Honesuki Kaku
Edge Length: 149mm
Blade Height: 38mm
Edge Steel: Unclassified
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 90/10
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Elastomer
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 149mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.0mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.0mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.2mm 
Handle Length: 117mm
Total Length: 263mm
Weight: 109g
Saya/Guard: Sold separately

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

Care Advisement: Stainless Steel
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: Morihei 森平
Line: INOX
Profile: Honesuki Kaku
Edge Length: 150mm 
Blade Height: 41mm
Edge Steel: SUS-440
Steel Type: Stainless
HRC: 59±1HRC 
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A (Mono-Steel)
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 10/90
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed 
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 152mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.4mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.6mm
Handle Length: 106mm 
Total Length: 260mm 
Weight: 179g 
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: Morihei 森平
Made in: Tokyo - Japan
Line: Hisamoto - White #1 (Kurouchi)
Profile: Petty/Utility
Edge Length: 148mm
Blade Height: 35mm
Edge Steel: Shirogai #1 (White #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (Forge Finish)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Western (Yo) Handle
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Carbon Steel
Spine Length: 150mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.2mm
Handle Length: 114mm
Total Length: 164mm
Weight: 120g
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 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: Nigara Hamono 二唐刃物鍛造所
Made in: Aomori - Japan
Line: SG STRIX
Profile: Petty/Utility
Edge Length: 142mm
Blade Height: 36mm
Edge Steel: SPG STRIX
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime (hammered), Damascus (sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal 
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 150mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.1mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.7mm
Handle Length: 115mm
Total Length: 268mm
Weight: 93g
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.