Brand: Nigara
Maker: Nigara Hamono
Origin: Hirosaki, Japan
Shape: Bunka
Blade Construction: Hand-Forged San Mai
Core Steel: Aogami Super (Blue Carbon Steel)
Hardness: 63-64 HRC
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Migaki Tsuchime ("Hammered Matte Polish")
Mark: Machine Engraved ("Nigara Made")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)
Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Ebony
Blade Length: 7" (180mm)
Edge Length: 6.5" (166mm)
Blade Height: 47mm
Handle Length: 4.9" (126mm)
Overall Length: 12.0" (310mm)
Spine Thickness at Heel: 2.4mm
Weight: 5.9 oz. (167g)
Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). While this knife has stainless cladding for easier overall maintenance, the area near the edge is carbon steel and will rust if not cared for properly. This area near the edge will darken and develop a beautiful and protective patina over time.
Item number: NH-ASM-B180-E
