{"product_id":"hitohira-hinode-tsuchime-white-2-stainless-clad-petty-135mm-taihei-wood-handle","title":"Hitohira Hinode Tsuchime White #2 Stainless Clad Petty 135mm Taihei Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand forged and honed in Niigata Japan by highly respected blacksmith Mutsumi Hinoura.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife is built with a hard core of shirogami #2, surrounded by a soft layer of stainless steel on each side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core of the knife in shirogami 2 (white#2), stands out for its purity and thereby ability to be sharpened extremely sharp. The knife edge is formed ultra fine and the thin profile of the blade ensures an extraordinary cutting ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the purity of the core steel, a relatively quick patination with use must also be expected. The beautiful blue patina gives the knife charm and character, but it also forms a protective film against further oxidation of the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is recommended that the knife be dried directly after use and the dishwasher is of course a no-go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steel is hard and it is therefore not recommended to cut hard objects such as cartilage, bones and frozen goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte quick-add-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Hitohira\u003cbr\u003eSmith: Mutsumi Hinoura\u003cbr\u003eProducing Area: Sanjo-Niigata\/ Japan\u003cbr\u003eProfile: Petty\u003cbr\u003eSize: 135mm\u003cbr\u003eSteel Type: Carbon Steel\u003cbr\u003eSteel: White (Shirogami) #2, Soft Stainless Clad\u003cbr\u003eHandle: Taihei Rosewood \u0026 Buffalo Horn Ferrule Octagonal\u003cbr\u003eTotal Length: 271mm\u003cbr\u003eEdge Length: 139mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle two Tip Length: 150mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Height: 38mm\u003cbr\u003eThickness: 2.8mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length: 121mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 95g\u003cbr\u003eHand Orientation: Ambidextrous\u003cbr\u003eUpdate: June 3, 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product__text inline-richtext\"\u003e* Measurement and photos are from samples I picked up randomly, please understand that each item(s) has a unique profile and color because of handmade and natural materials.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hitohira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50718917820763,"sku":"AAA-613-70-BA135","price":216.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/3539\/5817\/files\/DSC06903.jpg?v=1779297433","url":"https:\/\/tetogi.com\/products\/hitohira-hinode-tsuchime-white-tsuchime-2-stainless-clad-petty-135mm-taihei-wood-handle","provider":"Tetogi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}