This knife is ground very thin. It is a knife with a high cutting performance, and while this is something we love, please be aware that this increases the fragility. Proper technique is required. 

Detailed Spec

Brand: Hitohira ひとひら (一片)
Producing Area: Echizen-Fukui/ Japan
Profile: Nakiri
Size: 165mm
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Steel: Blue (Aogami) #2, Carbon Damascus Clad
Handle: Rosewood & Pakka Ferrule Right-Handed D-Shape
Total Length: 302mm
Edge Length: 166mm
Handle to Tip Length: 176mm
Blade Height: 51mm
Thickness: 2.4mm
Handle Length: 124mm
Weight: 139g
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous