Hitohira - Hizen - Blue #1 - Kurouchi - Santoku - 165mm - Walnut Handle

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Line: Hizen
Made in: Saga - Japan 
Profile: Santoku
Edge Length: 168mm 
Blade Height: 42mm
Edge Steel: Aogami #1 (Blue #1)
Steel Type: Carbon
Construction: Awase (Clad)
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi (Forge Finish)
Bevel: Double
Bevel Symmetry: 50/50
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Handle Shape: Octagonal 
Handle Material: Walnut
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Pakka
Spine Length: 117g 
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 2.7mm
Thickness ½ way: 0.6mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 0.4mm
Handle Length: 128mm 
Total Length: 307mm
Weight: 117g 
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately

Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.

Care advisement: Carbon Steel
This blade is carbon steel 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.