Hitohira - Blue #1 - Kurouchi - Santoku 165mm - Walnut Handle (ziricote ferrule)

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら Made in: Tosa-Kochi/ Japan Line: Blue #1Profile: SantokuEdge Length: 165mmBlade Height: 46mmEdge Steel: Aogami #1 (Blue #1)Steel Type: CarbonConstruction: Awase (Clad), San MaiCladding: Soft IronFinish: Kurouchi (Forge Finish)Bevel: DoubleBevel Symmetry: 50/50Hand Orientation: AmbidextrousHandle Shape: OctagonalHandle Material: WalnutFerrule/Bolster Material: ZiricoteSpine Length: 178mmThickness of Spine at Handle: 3.6mmThickness ½ way: 2.5mmThickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.7mmHandle Length: 128mmTotal Length: 305mmWeight: 150gSaya/Guard: Sold Separately Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items 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 o