Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Made in: Sakai-Osaka/ Japan
Smith: Tanaka Blacksmith 田中打刃物製作所
Sharpener: Kyūzō 久蔵
Line: Tanaka x Kyuzo
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 201mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Edge Steel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #1
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Construction: Awase, San Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Yakusugi Cedar
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn
Spine Length: 214mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.5mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.1mm
Handle Length: 145mm
Total Length: 359mm
Weight: 134g
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.