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 white# 2 high carbon steel is hardened to 62-63 hrc It sharpens easily, has good wear resistance, and is very durable. The handle is made from Hoo wood with a buffalo horn ferrule.
ALL ASHI HAMONO KNIVES COME WITH MATCHING SAYA.
Weight: 94g
Height at Heel: 44.3mm
Spine Thickness: 1.8
Edge Length: 157mm