Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Smith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代
Sharpener: Ren
Made in: Sakai, Osaka, Japan
Line: Kikuchiyo x Ren
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 232mm
Blade Height: 51mm
Edge Steel: Blue #2
Steel Type: Carbon
Grind: Wide Double Bevel
Construction: Awase/Clad, San-Mai
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Migaki
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Magnolia
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Black Buffalo Horn
Total Length: 388mm
Spine Length: 245mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.8mm
Thickness ½ way: 2.2mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.3mm
Handle Length: 144mm
Weight: 179g
Saya/Guard: Purchased Separately
Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual knives 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.