Hitohira - Imojiya Kuma - Blue #2 Stainless Clad - Nashiji Tsuchime - Santoku - 180mm - Western Handle

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片) Made in: Seki, Gifu - Japan Line: Imojiya Profile: Imojiya Edge Length: 180mm Blade Height: 45mm Edge Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue #2) Steel Type: Carbon Construction: Awase (Clad) Cladding: Soft Stainless Finish: Nashiji (Textured) Bevel: Double Bevel Bevel Symmetry: 50/50 Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous Handle Shape: Western (Yo) Handle Handle Material: Pakka Ferrule/Bolster Material: Stainless Steel Spine Length: 185mm Thickness of Spine at Handle: 1.9mm Thickness ½ way: 1.8mm Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.4mm Handle Length: 120mm Total Length: 328mm Weight: 162mm Saya/Guard: Sold 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.