Japan

Brand: HADO
Line: Kirisame
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Yoshikazu Tanaka 田中
Sharpener: Nomura
Profile: Bunka
Edge Length: 170mm
Blade Height: 51mm
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: 187mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.5mm
Handle Length: 135mm
Total Length: 320mm
Weight: 172g
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: HADO
Line: Kirisame
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Yoshikazu Tanaka 田中
Sharpener: Nomura
Profile: Santoku/Home Chef
Edge Length: 171mm
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: 183mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.1mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Total Length: 319mm
Weight: 160g
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: Echizen
Made in: Echizen, Fukui - Japan
Profile: Santoku/Home Chef
Edge Length: 168mm
Blade Height: 47mm
Edge Steel: SG2
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
Construction: Awase/Clad, San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime (Hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle Shape: Octagonal 
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Rengas
Spine Length: 181mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.1mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 310mm 
Weight: 125g 
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: Bunka
Edge Length: 172mm
Blade Height: 47mm
Edge Steel: VG-10
Steel Type: Stainless
HRC: 60±0.5
Construction: Zenko (Monosteel)
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: 176mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.3mm
Handle Length: 120mm
Total Length: 296mm
Weight: 152g
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: HG Damascus
Profile: Santoku
Steel Type: Unclassified Stainless 
Cladding: Stainless Damascus 
Bevel: Double Bevel 
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50 
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle: Pakka Western
Total Length: 295mm
Edge Length: 171mm
Spine Length: 174mm
Handle Length: 118mm
Blade Height: 51mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.6mm
Thickness of Spine Half Way: 1.5mm
Thickness of Spine ~1cm from Tip: 0.9mm
Weight: 157g
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
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: Japan
Line: Imojiya MZ VG1
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Length: 160mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Edge Steel: VG1
Steel Type: Stainless
Cladding: Stainless Cladding
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle:  Western Pakka
Total Length: 289mm
Spine Length: 170mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.7mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.5mm
Handle Length: 118mm
Weight: 172g
Saya/Guard: Purchase Separately

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

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Line: KH MV
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Profile: Deba
Edge Length: 183mm
Blade Height: 49mm
Edge Steel: Molybdenum Vanadium
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A Mono-Steel
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Pakka
Spine Length: 187mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.4mm
Thickness ½ way: 3.1mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 2.5mm
Handle Length: 117mm
Total Length: 302mm
Weight: 222g
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
Line: KH MV
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Profile: Deba
Edge Length: 184mm
Blade Height: 48mm
Edge Steel: Molybdenum Vanadium
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A Mono-Steel
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Western (Yo)
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 183mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 3.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.4mm
Handle Length: 115mm
Total Length: 302mm
Weight: 238g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

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

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

Brand: Isamitsu 
Line: White #1 Stainless Clad
Made in: Ibaraki - Japan
Smith: Abe Isamitsu Blacksmith 安倍勇光打ち刃物
Profile: Santoku/Home Chef
Edge Length: 185mm
Blade Height: 53mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #1 (White #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad), San Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Kurouchi (Forged)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Rosewood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Wood (Unspecified)
Spine Length: 202mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.9mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.0mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Total Length: 340mm
Weight: 206g
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 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.

Brand: Kanehide 兼秀
Line: Bessaku
Profile: Honesuki Kaku
Steel Type: Semi-Stainless
Bevel: Asymmetric Double Bevel 
Bevel Symmetry: 10/90
Handle: Elastomer
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Total Length: 303mm
Edge Length: 180mm
Spine Length: 180mm
Blade Height: 41mm
Handle Length: 122mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.5mm
Thickness of Spine Half Way: 2.3mm
Thickness of Spine ~1cm from Tip: 1.3mm
Weight: 132g
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.

Brand: Nigara 二唐刃物鍛造所
Line: SPG STRIX
Made in: Hirosaki, Aomori - Japan
Profile: Bunka
Edge Length: 168mm
Blade Height: 50mm
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: 182mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .8mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Total Length: 311mm
Weight: 164g
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: Nigara 二唐刃物鍛造所
Line: SPG STRIX
Made in: Aomori - Japan
Profile: Nakiri/Vegetable
Edge Length: 170mm
Blade Height: 49mm
Edge Steel: SPG STRIX
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime Damascus
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 170mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.6mm
Handle Length: 131mm
Total Length: 320mm
Weight: 185mm
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Brand: Nigara 二唐刃物鍛造所
Line: SPG STRIX
Made in: Aomori - Japan
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 168mm
Blade Height: 51mm
Edge Steel: SPG STRIX
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime Damascus
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 182mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .7mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Total Length: 310mm
Weight: 158g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items 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: Santoku
Edge Length: 173mm
Blade Height: 50.5mm
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: 188mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.1mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .8mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Total Length: 317mm
Weight: 158g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Brand: Ryusen Hamono  株式会社 龍泉刃物
Line: FUKAKURYU KAI
Made in: Echizen, Fukui - Japan
Profile: Kiritsuke Santoku
Edge Length: 173mm
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: Birch Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Birch Wood
Spine Length: 185mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.5mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 311mm
Weight: 143g
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: FUKAKURYU KAI
Made in: Echizen, Fukui - Japan
Profile: Nakiri/Vegetable
Edge Length: 155mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Edge Steel: ATS-314
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: Birch Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Birch Wood
Spine Length: 182mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.4mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 308mm
Weight: 163
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: Nakiri/Vegetable
Edge Length: 153mm
Blade Height: 47mm
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: 175mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.4mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.1mm
Handle Length: 129mm
Total Length: 308mm
Weight: 196g
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.