Japan

Brand: Hitohira  ひとひら (一片)
Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan
Line: Imojiya TH
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 213mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Edge Steel: Aogami Super (Blue Super)
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Migaki (Standard)
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony Wood
Spine Length: 223mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.8mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Total Length: 353mm
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: 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 (一片)
Line: Imojiya TH
Profile: Gyuto
Steel Type: Carbon
Steel: Aogami Super (Blue Super)
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Magnolia (Ho) Wood, Buffalo Horn Ferrule
Total Length: 348mm
Edge Length: 214mm
Spine Length: 221mm
Handle Length: 127mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Thickness at Handle: 1.9mm
Thickness at Middle: 1.6mm
Thickness at Tip: 0.5mm
Weight: 126g
Saya/Guard: Purchased 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: Sakai Kikumori 堺菊守 
Line: Signed Super Blue
Made in: Osaka, Sakai — Japan
Smith: Tanaka  田中
Profile: Petty/Utility
Edge Length: 141mm
Blade Height: 29mm
Edge Steel: Aogami Super (Super Blue)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: All Mirror (Kyomen)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 151mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.6mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.6mm
Handle Length: 125mm
Total Length: 276mm
Weight: 92g
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.