Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代
Sharpener: Rikichi 利吉
Line: Kikuchiyo x Rikichi
Profile: Yanagiba
Edge Length: 143mm
Blade Height: 25.5mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (blue #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase Ni-Mai (clad)
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 0/100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Oval Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Total Length: 290mm
Spine Length: 157mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.8mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Weight: 81g
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.
