Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Made in: Sanjo-Niigata/Japan
Line: TD
Profile: Gyuto
Edge Length: 166mm
Blade Height: 33mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Construction: Awase
Cladding: Soft Stainless Clad
Finish: Kurouchi
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Bird's Eye Maple
Total Length: 308mm
Spine Length: 184mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 3mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1mm
Handle Length: 125mm
Weight: 125g
Saya/Guard: Purchase separately
Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.
Care Advisement: Carbon with Stainless Cladding
This blade has a stainless cladding around most of the knife except for the edge, which is fully carbon. Care must still be used to avoid rust especially on the carbon portion of the blade. Wipe dry after each use, and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time on the carbon portion 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 softer woods and plastics.