This is a stunning Santoku, from the beautiful Hitohira GR Blue #2 range of kitchen knives. Very sharp and incredibly light, this knife is well balanced and a delight to use.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら
Producing Area: Echizen-Fukui/ Japan
Profile: Santoku
Size: 165mm
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Steel: Blue (Aogami) #2, Carbon Damascus Clad
Handle: Ho Wood & Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal
Total Length: 311mm
Edge Length: 166mm
Handle to Tip Length: 177mm
Blade Height: 46mm
Thickness: 1.9mm
Handle Length: 134mm
Weight: 103g
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous

Being made of a high carbon steel, this knife must be properly dried after use and will benefit from an occasional coat of knife oil, particularly if it is not going to be used for a while.