Japan

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: HADO
Line: Kirisame
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Yoshikazu Tanaka 田中
Sharpener: Nomura
Profile: Gyuto/Chef
Edge Length: 200mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #1 (White #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Nashiji (Textured)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Scorched Oak
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 215mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Total Length: 355mm
Weight: 163g
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
Line: AH
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
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 (一片)
Line: FJ
Producing Area: Seki-Gifu/ Japan
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Steel: VG-10
Steel Type: Stainless
Cladding: N/A Mono-Steel
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 10/90
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle: Ho Wood & Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal
Total Length: 358mm
Edge Length: 219mm
Spine Length: 225mm
Blade Height: 45mm
Thickness at Spine: 1.9mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.7mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.9mm
Handle Length: 134mm
Weight: 111g
Saya: Sold 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: Futana
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 216mm
Edge Steel: Ginsanko (S3)
Steel Type: Stainless
Cladding: Stainless
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Cherry Wa
Total Length: 377mm 
Spine Length: 230mm 
Blade Height: 47mm 
Thickness at Spine: 1.7mm 
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.6
Handle Length: 144mm 
Weight: 156g
Saya/Guard: N/A

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: Futana
Made in: Tosa, Kochi - Japan 
Profile: Gyuto/Chef
Edge Length: 217mm 
Blade Height: 46mm 
Edge Steel: Alleima 19C27
Steel Type: Stainless
HRC: 60±1
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Nashiji (Textured), Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle Shape: Octagonal 
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Pakka
Spine Length: 230mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 145mm
Total Length: 376mm
Weight: 142g 
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: HG Damascus
Profile: Gyuto
Steel Type: Unclassified Stainless 
Cladding: Stainless Damascus 
Bevel: Double Bevel 
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50 
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle: Pakka Western
Total Length: 337mm 
Edge Length: 215mm 
Spine Length: 215mm 
Handle Length: 120mm 
Blade Height: 45mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.4mm 
Thickness of Spine Half Way: 1.2mm 
Thickness of Spine ~1cm from Tip: 0.5mm 
Weight: 156g
Saya/Guard: N/A

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) 
Line: Imojiya - SG2
Smith: Seto 瀬戸
Producing Area: Seki, Gifu Prefecture
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 210mm
Edge Steel: SG2
HRC: 62-64
Steel Type: Stainless
Cladding: Stainless
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Western pakka
Total Length: 230mm
Spine Length: 210mm
Handle Length: 115mm
Blade Height: 45mm
Thickness: 1.7mm
Weight: 170g
Saya/Guard: No

CARE ADVISEMENTS

This blade is fully stainless, but stainless does not mean stain proof. Do not leave in water, or 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 soft woods and plastics.

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

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: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Line: T10
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Steel: VG-10
Steel Type: Stainless
Cladding: Stainless
Bevel: Double Bevel
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Western Pakka
Total Length: 337mm
Edge Length: 212mm
Spine Length: 217mm
Blade Height: 45mm
Thickness at Spine: 1.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.9mm
Handle Length: 117mm
Weight: 159g

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)
Line: TP
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 211mm
Edge Steel: SG2
Steel Type: Stainless
Cladding: Stainless
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Wine Pakka Western 
Total Length: 338mm 
Spine Length: 220mm 
Blade Height: 45mm 
Thickness at Spine: 1.5mm 
Thickness ½ way: 1.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.6
Handle Length: 119mm 
Weight: 154g
Saya/Guard: No

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

Brand: Kudo Knife Forge
Line: VG10 Damascus
Made in: Sapporo, Hokkaido - Japan 
Smith: Hirota Kudo 
Profile: Bunka
Edge Length: 211mm
Blade Height: 56mm
Edge Steel: VG-10
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Nickel Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Rosewood 
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Pakka
Spine Length: 227mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.5mm
Handle Length: 134mm 
Total Length: 361mm 
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: 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.

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

Brand: Morihei 森平 
Made in: Tokyo - Japan
Line: Hisamoto Stainless Clad
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 213mm
Blade Height: 50mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #1/White #1
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase/Clad
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime, Migaki
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Pakka Western
Total Length: 340mm
Spine Length: 214mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.4mm
Handle Length: 125mm
Weight: 220g
Saya/Guard: Purchased Separately

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

Brand: Nigara 二唐刃物鍛造所
Line: VG Xeos
Made in: Hirosaki, Aomori - Japan
Smith: Nigara Hamono
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 212mm
Blade Height: 49mm
Edge Steel: VG Xeos
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 226mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.3mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .7mm
Handle Length: 235mm
Total Length: 360mm
Weight: 178mm
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

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

60HRC Hardness

Brand: Ryusen  株式会社 龍泉刃物
Line: Botenunryu
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Steel: VG10
Steel Type: Stainless 
Cladding: Stainless Damascus
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Asymmetric 
Handle: Black Pakka Western
Total Length: 335mm
Edge Length: 214mm
Spine Length: 215mm
Blade Height: 45mm
Thickness at Spine: 2.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.9mm
Handle Length: 120mm
Weight: 194g

Brand: Ryusen Hamono  株式会社 龍泉刃物
Line: FUKAKURYU KAI
Made in: Echizen, Fukui - Japan
Profile: Kiritsuke Gyuto/Chef
Edge Length: 225mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Edge Steel: ATS314
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Stabilized Birch Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stabilized Birch Wood
Spine Length: 226mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 353mm
Weight: 155g
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: Ryusen Hamono  株式会社 龍泉刃物
Line: OUKOKURYU MT
Made in: Echizen, Fukui - Japan
Profile: Gyuto/Chef
Edge Length: 216mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Edge Steel: SG2
Steel Type: Stainless
HRC: 62±
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Hybrid
Handle Material: Stabilized Poplar
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 222mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.3mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Total Length: 355mm
Weight: 194g
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.

60HRC Hardness

Brand: Ryusen 株式会社 龍泉刃物
Line: Tangan Ryu
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Steel: VG10
Steel Type: Stainless 
Cladding: Stainless Damascus
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle: Black Micarta 
Total Length: 350mm
Edge Length: 208mm
Spine Length: 220mm
Blade Height: 43mm
Thickness at Spine: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.9mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.9mm
Handle Length: 125mm
Weight: 200g