Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo 270mm Yanagi Aogami 2 Ho Wood with Saya

Hand forged and ground in Sakai, the Kikuchiyo Manzo series knives from Hitohira represent excellent Sakai craftsmanship. These are characterized by a forging and heat treatment that offers an easy sharpening, good toughness and excellent edge life.

Deep ground ura hollow grind on the inside makes for excellent food release and helps to keep a narrow urasaki throughout the life of the blade and a polished spine and heel are a nice touch.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Smith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代
Producing Area: Sakai-Osaka/ Japan
Profile: Yanagiba
Size: 270mm
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Steel: Yasuki Blue (Aogami) #2, Soft Iron Clad
Handle: Ho Wood & Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal
Come with Saya
Total Length: 416mm
Edge Length: 262mm
Handle to Tip Length: 274mm
Blade Height: 33mm
Thickness: 3.6mm
Handle Length: 140mm
Weight: 181g
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Sharpener: Manzo