Sakai Kikumori

Brand: Sakai Kikumori 堺菊守 
Made in: Hitoyoshi-city, Kumamoto - Japan
Maker: Minomo Kajiya 蓑毛鍛冶屋
Line: MK
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 173mm
Blade Height: 53.5mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2/Blue #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Grind: Flat
Construction: Awase/San-Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (forge finish), Tsuchime (hammered)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octogonal Wa
Handle Material: Oak
Ferrule/Bolster Material: N/A
Total Length: 320mm
Spine Length: 190mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.8mm
Handle Length: 134mm
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: 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.