Japan

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら 
Line: Kuma Blue #2
Made in: Seki-Gifu, Japan
Profile: Santoku/Home Chef
Edge Length: 170mm
Blade Height: 47mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)
HRC: 59±1HRC 
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (clad)
Cladding: Soft Stainless 
Finish: Tsuchime (hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: Symmetrical
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
Handle Shape: Western
Handle Material: Pakka
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 174mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.7mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.5mm
Handle Length: 121mm
Total Length: 294mm
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: 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.