Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Line: Harima Forged
Made in: Miki-Hyogo/ Japan
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Length: 160mm
Blade Height: 47mm
Edge Steel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless Clad
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal Wa Handle
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Pakka
Spine Length: 177mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.9mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 305mm
Weight: 128g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately
Care Advisement: Carbon with Stainless Clad
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.