"AJIKATAYA" Echigo Japanese Hatchet / Machete Single-Edged. White Oak Handle. KATABA 180mm (NATA)

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Handcrafted by Mutsumi Hinoura of the Ajikataya brand, this single-edged, right-handed echigo hatchet features a total length of 375mm (14.8 inches) with a blade length of 180mm (7 inches). The blade height is 58mm (2.3 inches), and it has a blade thickness of 6.5mm (0.26 inches). This top-quality tool weighs 600g (21.2oz) and the blade is made of carbon steel with a white oak handle. Comes with a leather case, this Hatchet is perfect for lovers of Japanese handmade items.

A small blade tip called "Hashi" equipped on blade head. Hashi guards the blade edge from breaking by hitting ground accidently. It also can be used as hook for catching things. This shape called Niigata style. It could have some small scratches, flaws or bent, but they are the proof of handmade! The product seems rougher than machine made ones, but the quality is great, which you cannot feel with machine made one! We do not recommend this for those who do not like small irregularities, as this is a handmade, it could have some. We will not accept any return requests and claims on small flaws proof of handmade.

■Size:

Total length 375mm

Blade length: 180mm Blade width: 58mm (base) Blade thickness: 6.5mm

Handle length 180mm width 49mm thickness 32mm

Weight: Approx. 600g

■Material: Blade: Carbon steel for knives

Blade shape: Single-edged

Handle shape: White oak handle

■ Accessories: Blade holder included

Item no.11118577

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