Moritaka Hamono Aogami Super Petty Blade Length:150mm The current (8th) generation blacksmith

The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has a keen interest in art and music

Engraved Mark (Front): In Japanese Kanji "Trademark Sukenari SG2" (登録 佑成 SG-II)

In 1632 the family followed the Lord of Kumamoto to Myoken Shrine in Yatsushiro City of Kumamoto

Polycarbonate Base

The level of fit and finish is good for this price range and the Spanish Mahogany wood handle ages beautifully

Moritaka Hamono Aogami Super Petty Blade Length:150mm The current (8th) generation blacksmithHand forged petty with Aogami Super core steel using Moritakas signature Warikomi construction, heat treated to 64 HRC, with a medium rough Kurouchi finish and kasumi on the grind. Fairly flat grind and thinness behind edge. Superb edge retention and still easy to sharpen and thin. *Note: the "discoloration" close to tang is part of Moritaka's patented handle assembly, which is basically welded stainless steel to prevent rusting of the nakago. Kuchiwa