"AJIKATAYA" Echigo Japanese Hatchet / Machete Single-Edged KATABA old type 6.0 (NATA)

★★★ Three HONMAMON Stars (link)

• Produced by Mutsumi Hinoura (Ajikataya Brand)
• Blade length 180 mm (7inch) Total length 380 mm (15inch) 
• weight of Hatchet 540 g (19oz), weight of case 170 g (6oz)
• Blade Material of Hatchet: Carbon steel, Handle Material of Hatchet: White oak
• Single-edged Blade, Right hander
• Lovers of Japanese Handmade Items to Gather! By hammering the materials, the craftsman changes its features! Come and get to see the miracles Japanese Craftsmen make!
• Including wooden case
• Top quality of Japan

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.

To protect the blade from rust during shipment, we apply a specialized varnish coating. As a result, the cutting performance may initially feel diminished.
The varnish will gradually wear off through regular use, but if you wish to experience the blade’s true sharpness sooner, it can be removed using nail polish remover or a similar lacquer thinner.
Please note that once the varnish is removed, the blade becomes more susceptible to rust.
We recommend thoroughly wiping off moisture after use and applying camellia oil or similar protective oil to maintain its condition.

Item no. 11118581

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