Brand: Sakai Kikumori 堺菊守
Made in: Sakai, Osaka - Japan
Smith: Tanaka Uchihamono 田中打刃物
Line: Kikuzuki Kuro
Profile: Yanagiba
Edge Length: 232mm
Blade Height: 33mm
Edge Steel: Shirogami #2 (white#2)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase, Ni-Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (forge finish)
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 0/100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia (ho) Wood
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Total Length: 380mm
Spine Length: 247mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.9mm
Thickness ½ way: 3.3mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.7mm
Handle Length: 134mm
Weight: 155g
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.
