Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Black Smith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代
Sharpener: Manzō 万造
Profile: Kiritsuke
Edge Steel: Honyaki Blue (Aogami) #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Bevel: Single Bevel
Hand Orientation: Right Handed
Handle: Taihei Ebony & Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal
Total Length: 390mm
Edge Length: 227mm
Spine Length: 243mm
Blade Height: 44mm
Thickness at Spine: 4.2mm
Thickness ½ way: 3.4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 2.1mm
Handle Length: 146mm
Weight: 246g
Saya/Guard: Included
Please Note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual knives may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.
Care Advisements: 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.