Japan

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: Goko Hamono
Made in:  Chiba - Japan
Blacksmith: Yoshito Yamakawa 八間川義人
Line: Kogetsu
Profile: Sujihiki
Edge Length: 276mm
Blade Height: 49mm
Edge Steel: SK Carbon
Steel Type: Carbon
Grind: Convex
Construction: Mono-Steel
Finish: Unfinished Migaki (Purposeful) 
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 80/20
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Steel
Total Length: 413mm
Spine Length: 280mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.8mm
Handle Length: 126mm
Weight: 213g
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: Kogetsu 光月
Smith: Goko Hamono 五香刃物製作所
Made In: Kashiwa City, Chiba - Japan
Line: Mono SK
Profile: Sujihiki
Edge Steel: SK Carbon
Steel Type: Carbon
Cladding: N/A, Mono-steel
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70
Hand Orientation: Right-handed
Handle: Pakka Western
Total Length: 327mm
Edge Length: 206mm
Spine Length: 208mm
Blade Height: 33.5mm
Thickness at Spine: 1.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .5mm
Handle Length: 110mm
Weight: 141g
Saya/Guard: Purchased 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
Line: AH Carbon 一片 鋼
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 275mm
Blade Height: 52mm
Edge Steel: Undisclosed Carbon
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: FJ
Made in: Seki-Gifu, Japan 
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 175mm 
Blade Height: 46mm 
Edge Steel: VG10 
Steel Type: Stainless
HRC:  60±0.5
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A 
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless
Spine Length: 177mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 0.9mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 122mm 
Total Length: 297mm 
Weight: 149g 
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: FJ VG-10
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 208mm
Blade Height: 45mm
Edge Steel: Mono VG-10
Steel Type: Stainless
HRC: 60±0.5
Construction: Monosteel (Sekiso)
Cladding: N/A Monosteel
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 70/30
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless
Spine Length: 211mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.0mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.9mm
Handle Length: 120mm
Total Length: 331mm
Weight: 159g
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: 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

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Line: Hiragana
Profile: Cleaver
Edge Length: 160mm
Blade Height: 87mm (heel), 113mm (tip)
Edge Steel: Molybdenum Vanadium
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Yo (western) Handle
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 165mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 4.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 4.8mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Total Length: 305mm
Weight: 830g
Saya/Guard: N/A

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

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Line: Hiragana 
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Profile: Deba 
Edge Length: 182mm 
Blade Height: 53mm
Edge Steel: AUS-8
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Single Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 0/100
Hand Orientation: Right-handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Pakka 
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 188mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 4.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 2.6mm

Handle Length: 117mm  
Total Length: 306mm
Weight: 297g 
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: 112mm
Blade Height: 64mm
Edge Steel: AUS-8
Steel Type: Stainless
Cladding: N/A
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 0/100
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Handle: Western Pakka
Total Length: 335mm
Spine Length: 210mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.3mm 
Thickness ½ way: 4.0mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 3.6mm
Handle Length: 124mm
Weight: 358g
Saya/Guard: Purchased Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items 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 betwxeen 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 WS
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 216mm
Blade Height: 45.5mm
Edge Steel: AUS-8
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double (asymmetrical)  
Bevel Symmetry: 10/90
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle: Octagonal Pakka
Total Length: 350mm
Spine Length: 225mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.3mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 125mm
Weight: 125g
Saya/Guard: Purchased Separately 

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Line: TH
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: mm
Blade Height: mm
Edge Steel: DSR-1K6
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A Mono-Steel
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double Bevel (Asymmetrical)
Bevel Symmetry: 40/60
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A (Mono-Steel)
Spine Length: 216mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .8mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Total Length: 344mm
Weight: 140g
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: Imojiya TH
Profile: Bread Knife
Edge Length: 227mm
Blade Height: 37mm
Edge Steel: Mono DSR-1K6 
Steel Type: Stainless
Bevel: Serrated 
Bevel Symmetry: Right Handed Serrations
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Magnolia (Ho)Wood & Buffalo Horn Ferrule, Octagonal 
Total Length: 374mm
Spine Length: 246mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.9mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.7mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1mm
Handle Length: 127mm
Weight: 109g
Saya/Guard: 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)  
Made In: Seki, Gifu - Japan  
Line: Imojiya TH
Profile: Bread Knife
Edge Length: 227mm
Blade Height: 37mm
Edge Steel: Mono DSR-1K6 
Steel Type: Stainless
Bevel: Serrated 
Bevel Symmetry: Right Handed Serrations
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Teak & Resin Ferrule, Octagonal 
Total Length: 372mm
Spine Length: 245mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .6mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Weight: 113g
Saya/Guard: 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)
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Line: Imojiya TH
Profile: Chinese Cleaver
Edge Length: 220mm
Blade Height: 110mm
Edge Steel:  DSR-1K6
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double 
Bevel Symmetry: 10/90
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 224mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 2mm
Handle Length: 104mm
Total Length: 329mm
Weight: 490g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual knives 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
Made in:  Seki, Gifu - Japan
Line: Imojiya TH
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 241mm
Blade Height: 49mm
Edge Steel: DSR-1K6
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A Mono-Steel
Finish: Migaki
Bevel: Double Bevel (Asymmetrical)
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70 
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Handle Shape: Western (yo) Handle
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 243mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .7mm
Handle Length: 120mm
Total Length: 366mm
Weight: 209g
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
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
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Line: Imojiya TH
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 182mm
Blade Hight: 46.5mm
Edge Steel: DSR-1K6
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A mono-steel
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Double Bevel (asymmetrical) 
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo) Handle
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 182mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.1mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .4mm
Handle Length: 117mm
Total Length: 300mm
Weight: 156g
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: TH Stainless
Profile: Paring
Edge Length: 77mm
Blade Height: 20mm
Edge Steel: DSR-1K6
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-steel)
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Total Length: 190mm
Spine Length: 80mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.7mm 
Handle Length: 105mm
Weight: 58g
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: KH MV
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan 
Profile: Yo Deba
Edge Length: 183mm
Blade Height: 48mm 
Edge Steel: Molybdenum Vanadium 
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 188mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 3.1mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.3mm
Handle Length: 117mm 
Total Length: 305mm 
Weight: 235g 
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: SK
Profile: Butchery
Edge Length: 150mm
Blade Height: 29mm
Edge Steel: SK
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Mono-steel
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 10:90
Hand Orientation: Right-handed
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Rosewood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 156mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.7mm
Handle Length: 107mm
Total Length: 262mm
Weight: 94g
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.