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Hitohira GR Blue #2 Damascus Santoku 165mm Rosewood Handle

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Description

Hitohira GR knives are hand-forged in Echizen, Fukui prefecture, from carbon cladded blue #2. The grind is very thin, with relatively flat bevels with more rounded shinogi lines. Premium cutting performance and very easy to sharpen. The edge formation is very good and these can be sharpened to a wide variety of finishes. The cladding consists of multiple layered mild carbon steel creating beautiful contrast on the blade. We carry this line with classic Magnolia (Ho) wood or Rosewood. The restock time of this line is relatively slow, expected every three to four months.

What kind of knife is this?

An equally all-round knife as the gyuto but more orientated to homestyle cooking. Incredibly versatile on its own, easy to use, nimble and suitable for a wide variety of cutting tasks. The bunka is a version of the santoku but with a Kiritsuke tip. This style tip will excel in more delicate work while it still retains the all-purpose functionality of the santoku. 

Care Instructions

This is a carbon steel knife. That means this knife is made of non-stainless steel. There is no or an insufficient amount of chromium and/or nickel to protect this steel against oxidation. Steel such as this will react to moisture and oxygen. That on itself is not a bad thing, you might even argue it’s a great thing. The knife will form a wonderful patina, it will sharpen easily and the edge life will not disappoint.

The care for a carbon steel knife such as this is not very elaborate, and very comparable to any other knife. Always store your knife clean and dry, no dishwasher, don’t let it air-dry and avoid extremely hard products like frozen foods or bones. With carbon steel you want to dry your knife also during cooking, never leave it moist or wet for too long. Often a quick wipe a dry cloth or towel is more than enough. A carbon steel knife can rust if not taken care of properly. Rust can removed but it is of course something we want to avoid.

Please note that there are many different carbon steels, just like stainless steels, each with its own properties and characteristics. Each should be judged individually.

Detailed Spec

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Producing Area: Echizen-Fukui/ Japan
Profile: Santoku
Size: 165mm
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Steel: Blue (Aogami) #2, Carbon Damascus Clad
Handle: Rosewood & Pakka Ferrule Right-Handed D-Shape
Total Length: 306mm
Edge Length: 168mm
Handle to Tip Length: 180mm
Blade Height: 45mm
Thickness: 2.3mm
Handle Length: 126mm
Weight: 118g
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous

*Please understand that all pictures on our website are made of random samples and as most products are made with natural materials by hand the color, appearances and even measurements can slightly vary. Please contact us if you wish to see the exact item we have on hand.