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Brand: Morihei 森平
Mine: Natsuya
Appearance: Classic Natsuya figuring
Size: 210mm x 82mm x 63mm
Weight: 2417g
Grit Range: 2000-4000
1-5 Scale: 1 = Less, 5 = More

Hardness Level: 3
Scratch Depth: 2
Speed: 3
Wear Rate: 2
Self Slurry: 2
Ease of Use: 4

Recommended Usage: Mid grit polishing sequence, frosty kasumi, textured but refined edges, sharpening push-cut tools.

Notes: Natsuya have seen a huge explosion in popularity, largely do to their relative ease of use and availability. They are often cut large, so ideal for wide bevel knives and planes. They are firm but not at all hard. Their grit range makes them useful for both edges or quick Kasumi. Easy enough for beginners and novices. Large and firm enough for large planes or chisels. They are also very beautiful.

Please Note: Given the natural aspect of these stones, all subjective qualities are our estimates and may vary slightly from your exact expectations and assessment. The images shown and characteristics described may be from a previous example. If purchased, yours may differ slightly in appearance and qualities. Dimensions, weight, and stamps may be different from listed if it has been tested. 

Brand: Morihei 森平
Line: Kikuyu
Profile: Nakiri
Edge Length: 157mm
Blade Height: 50mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Carbon Damascus
Finish: Damascus (Sekiso)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Wenge
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Spine Length: 183mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 1.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.4mm
Handle Length: 130mm
Total Length: 311mm
Weight: 130g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

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:  Morihei 浅草橋 森平  
Made in: Tokyo / Japan
Line: Hisamoto Kurouchi
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length:  214mm
Blade Height:  60mm
Edge Steel: White #2
Steel Type: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #2
Construction: Awase/Clad, San Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation:  Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal 
Handle Material: Keyaki Zelkova
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Pakka
Total Length:  364mm
Spine Length:  229mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle:  4.6mm
Thickness ½ way:  2.9mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip:  1.0mm
Handle Length:  136mm
Weight:  224g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

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

Special selection Uchigumori 

This "museum grade" gem was hand selected for us by the owner of Morihei. It is expensive, it is rare, it is absolutely worth it.

Brand: Morihei 森平
Producing Area: Kyoto - Japan
Appearance: Pristine, classic high-grade Uchigumori pale purple with numerous aka renge. Sealed in cashew lacquer.
Size: 213mm x 80mm x 36mm
Weight: 1428g
Grit Range: 3000-6000

1-5 Scale: 1 = Less, 5 = More
Hardness Level: 4
Scratch Depth: 2
Speed: 5
Wear Rate: 1.5
Self Slurry: 2
Thirst: 1.5
Consistency: 5
Feedback: 2
Ease of Use: 4.5

Recommended Usage: Final polisher, pre polisher, sword sequence, push cut tools, edges, microbevels.

Notes: An extremely fast, easy to use, versatile, flawless, premium select piece; one of the nicest stones we've carried. This is one of those stones that make you feel like you're cheating since it makes things so easy. Even a novice polisher can use this to outstanding results. Sealed in cashew lacquer. Will last a lifetime.

Disclaimer: Given the natural aspect of these stones, all graded characteristics are our own subjective thoughts which may vary from your expectations and assessment. The images shown and characteristics described may be from a previous, random example, or when first measured before being tested numerous times. If purchased, yours may differ slightly in appearance and qualities. All stone sales are final.

Brand: Morihei 森平 
Made in: Tokyo - Japan
Line: Hisamoto Stainless Clad
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 213mm
Blade Height: 50mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #1/White #1
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase/Clad
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Tsuchime, Migaki
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50:50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle: Pakka Western
Total Length: 340mm
Spine Length: 214mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.4mm
Handle Length: 125mm
Weight: 220g
Saya/Guard: Purchased Separately

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

Brand: Morihei

Line: Kisaku Koeda

Made In: Japan

Total Length: 210mm

Handle Length: 145mm

Blade Length: 45mm

Weight: 119g

Brand: Morihei 森平 
Line: Hisamoto INOX
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 
Edge Steel: SUS-440
Steel Type: Stainless Steel
HRC: 58-60
Cladding: N/A, Monosteel
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: Asymmetric 60:40 Right
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Handle: Pakka Western
Total Length: 
Spine Length: 
Blade Height: 
Thickness: 
Handle Length: 
Weight: 
Final Edge: Morihei 森平

CARE ADVISEMENTS

This blade is fully stainless, but stainless does not mean stain proof. Do not leave in water, or 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 soft woods and plastics.

Please Note: The pictures and measurements are examples. Individual knives 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: Morihei 森平 
Line: Hisamoto INOX
Profile: Petty
Edge Length: 120mm
Edge Steel: SUS-440
Steel Type: Stainless
HRC: 58-60 
Cladding: N/A, Monosteel
Bevel: Double Bevel
Bevel Symmetry: Asymmetric 60:40 Right
Hand Orientation: Right Handed 
Handle: Pakka Western
Total Length: 230mm
Spine Lengh 130mm
Blade Height: 27mm
Thickness: 1.5mm
Handle Length: 100mm
Weight: 72g
Final Edge: Morihei 森平

CARE ADVISEMENTS: This blade is fully stainless, but stainless does not mean stain proof. Do not leave in water, or 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 soft woods and plastics.

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

Total Length: 225mm
Handle Length: 120mm
Blade Length: 80mm
Max Opening: 105mm
Weight: 229g
Steel Type: Carbon
Hand Orientation: Right

Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Your specific product 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.