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 Hamono. They make their blades, handles, sayas all in their humble little factory.
The swedish stainless steel is rated at 60hrc. It sharpens easily, has good wear resistance, and is very durable. The handle is octagonal hoo wood with buffalo ferrule
ALL ASHI HAMONO KNIVES COME WITH MATCHING SAYA.
Weight: 82g
Height at Heel: 28mm
Spine Thickness: 1.7mm
Edge Legnth: 140mm