Sakai Ichiji is produced by Baba Hamono, a simple traditional tool that is extremely capable in the kitchen. Forged from white #2 high carbon core and cladded in soft iron with a smooth kurouchi finished blade face. The blade is hand ground in house at Baba hamono for amazing geometry and cutting feel. The handle is on octagonal walnut wood handle. Whether professional or home cook, any lover of cooking can enjoy using his blade.
Edge length: 166mm
Height at heel: 52.7mm
Spine thickness above heel: 2.8
Weight: 192g