Hitohira - Ashi - White #2 - Gyuto - 270mm - Magnolia Handle

Brand: Hitohira ひとひらMade in: Sakai, Osaka - JapanSmith: Ashi Hamono 芦刃物製作所Line: Ashi HamonoProfile: GyutoEdge Length: 261mmBlade Height: 50mmEdge Steel: Shirogami #2 (white #2)Steel Type: CarbonConstruction: Zenko (mono-steel)Cladding: N/A Mono-SteelFinish: Migaki (standard)Bevel: DoubleBevel Symmetry: 40/60Hand Orientation: AmbidextrousHandle Shape: OctagonalHandle Material: Magnolia (ho) WoodFerrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo HornSpine Length: 275mmThickness of Spine at Handle: 2.2mmThickness ½ way: 2.1mmThickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.0mmHandle Length: 151mmTotal Length: 426mmWeight: 172gSaya/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 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.