Japan

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 (一片)
Line: Nickel Damascus
Made In:  Tosa, Kochi - Japan 
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 170mm
Blade Height: 48mm
Edge Steel: AUS-10
Steel Type: Stainless
Cladding: Nickle Damascus
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Tagayasan Wa
Total Length: 315mm
Spine Length: 182mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.7mm 
Thickness ½ way: 1.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.1mm
Handle Length: 135mm
Weight: 131g
Saya/Guard: Purchased 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) 
Line: Hiragana WS
Producing Area: Seki-Gifu/ Japan 
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 185mm
Edge Steel: AUS-8
Steel Type: Stainless 
Cladding: Stainless 
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Pakka & Pakka Ferrule Octagonal 
Total Length: 320mm
Spine Length: 294mm
Blade Height: 45mm
Thickness at Handle: 1.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.5mm
Thickness at Tip: 0.6mm
Handle Length: 122mm 
Weight: 123g
Saya/Guard: Purchase Separately

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

CARE ADVISEMENTS

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 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)
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Line: VG-1
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 166mm
Blade Height: 45mm
Edge Steel: VG-1
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Pakka (Imitation Mahogany)
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel
Spine Length: 173mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.7mm
Handle Length: 118mm
Total Length: 291mm
Weight: 145g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

Please Note: The 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: 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.

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: Imojiya TH
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Length: 165mm 
Blade Height: 47mm 
Edge Steel: DSR-1K6 
Steel Type: Stainless
Construction: Zenko (Mono-Steel)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 30/70
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 177mm 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.5mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 305mm
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: 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
Line: T10
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 172mm
Edge Steel: VG10
Steel Type: Stainless
Cladding: Stainless
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Western 
Total Length: 298mm
Spine Length: 177mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Thickness at Spine: 1.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.8mm
Handle Length: 120mm
Weight: 149g
Saya: 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
Made in: Sakai-Osaka, Japan 
Smith: Togashi Blacksmith 富樫打刃物製作所
Sharpener: Kenya Togashi 憲哉
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 172mm
Blade Height: 51mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #1 (White #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Honyaki (differentially hardened)
Cladding: N/A
Finish: Sanbonsugi Hamon
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal 
Handle Material: Taihei Makassar Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 186mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.4mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.1mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.2mm
Handle Length: 133mm
Total Length: 318mm
Weight: 167g 
Saya/Guard: Included

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)
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Togashi Blacksmith 富樫打刃物製作所
Sharpener: Kenya Togashi 憲哉
Line: White #2, Kurouchi
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 170mm
Blade Height: 53mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Steel Type: Carbon Stee
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (Forge Finish)
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Tagayasan
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 190mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.1mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.9mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 135mm
Total Length: 325mm
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: 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: YG
Made in: Echizen, Fukui - Japan
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Length: 160mm
Blade Height: 52.7mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (White #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Nashiji
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Ziricote
Spine Length: 180mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4mm
Thickness ½ way: .5mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: .7mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Total Length: 308mm
Weight: 154g
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: 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: Morihei
Line: Kurouchi White #1
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Steel: Shirogami (White #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Cladding: Soft Iron
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Pakka Western 
Total Length: 313mm
Edge Length: 179mm
Spine Length: 185mm
Blade Height: 50mm
Thickness at Spine: 2.9mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.3mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Weight: 180
Saya/Guard: N/A

Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Your specific product 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: Nigara 二唐刃物鍛造所
Line: VG Xeos
Made in: Hirosaki, Aomori - Japan
Smith: Nigara Hamono
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Length: 165mm
Blade Height: 57mm
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: 195mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 2mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Total Length: 323mm
Weight: 218g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately 

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

Brand: Sakai Kikumori 堺菊守
Line: Gokujyo 極上
Profile: Santoku
Edge Steel: White #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Cladding: Soft Iron
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrious
Handle: Magnolia/Ho Wood
Total Length: 314mm
Edge Length: 168mm
Spine Length: 186mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Thickness at Spine: 3.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.4mm
Handle Length: 128mm
Weight: 131g

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