Ashi Hamono makes incredibly high performance knives out of Sakai, Japan. Their knives and known for thinness and superb geometry. These blades have a slight convexity making the cutting feel very enjoyable. Quality control is very important to Ashi. They make their blades, handles, sayas all in house.
The Swedish stainless steel is rated at 60hrc. It sharpens easily, has good wear resistance, and is very durable. The handle is made from Ho wood with a buffalo horn ferrule.
ALL ASHI HAMONO KNIVES COME WITH MATCHING SAYA.
Weight: 60g
Height at Heel: 29mm
Spine Thickness: 1.8
Edge Length: 170mm