Hand forged Shirogami (white) # 3 high carbon steel with a soft iron cladding, this Kamagata Usuba is a real performer and great value at this price. Right hand bevel, Walnut handle with a pakka ferrule and a timber Saya included.

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Smith: Kikuchiyo 菊千代
Producing Area: Sakai-Osaka/ Japan
Profile: Usuba
Size: 195mm
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Steel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #3, Soft Iron Clad
Handle: Walnut & Pakka Ferrule Octagonal
Total Length: 341mm
Edge Length: 183mm
Handle to Tip Length: 201mm
Blade Height: 47mm
Thickness: 4mm
Handle Length: 141mm
Weight: 239g
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Sharpener: Manzo