Hitohira - Hizen - Blue #1 - Kurouchi - Ajikiri - 145mm - Magnolia Handle

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片) Line: Hizen Made in: Saga - Japan Profile: Ajikiri Edge Length: 145mm Blade Height: 35mm Edge Steel: Aogami #1 (Blue #1) Steel Type: Carbon Construction: Awase (Clad) Cladding: Soft stainless Finish: Kurouchi (Forge Finish) Bevel: Double Bevel Bevel Symmetry: 50/50 Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous Handle Shape: Octagonal Handle Material: Magnolia (Ho) Wood Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn Spine Length: 158mm Thickness of Spine at Handle: 3.2mm Thickness ½ way: 1.6mm Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.0mm Handle Length: 115mm Total Length: 272mm Weight: 74g 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.