Enso Blue Carbon 5.9" Kiritsuke Petty

Brand: Enso
Series: Blue Carbon
Origin: Tosa, Japan
Shape: Kiritsuke Petty (Utility Knife)

Blade Construction: Hand-Forged San Mai
Core Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue Carbon Steel)
Hardness: 61-62 HRC
Cladding: Soft Iron
Finish: Kurouchi ("Blacksmith's Finish")
Engraving: Laser Engraved ("ENSO")
Edge: Double-Bevel, Even (50/50)

Handle Shape: Octagonal
Handle Material: Bubinga

Blade Length: 5.9" (150mm)
Edge Length: 5.9" (150mm)
Blade Height: 1.7" (42mm)
Handle Length: 5" (128mm)
Overall Length: 11.4" (290mm)
Spine Thickness: 3.4mm
Weight: 4.7 oz. (132g)

Care: Wash and dry by hand (not dishwasher safe). This knife has a full carbon steel blade and reactive cladding. It will rust if not cleaned and dried promptly after use. Any rust that forms should be removed. Over time, if cared for properly, this knife will develop a beautiful and protective patina.

Item number: 29402