Ikeuchi Hamono

Makiri Hocho Hammer 135mm (5.3")

Name: Makiri Hocho Hammer 135mm (5.3")
Brand: Ikeuchi Hamono
SKU: 06010940328
Price: 95.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

€95,00

🚩 Carbon steel develops a patina with use. This is normal, but the blade must be dried well to prevent rust.

✔︎ No import fees & duties (US tariffs excluded)
✔︎ All taxes included
✔︎ Express worldwide shipping
✔︎ 30-day return policy

Description
Specifications
Knife Care
Shipping

Makiri is a multi-purpose Japanese outdoor knife, used for various tasks by any outdoor enthusiast. It is also a preferred knife of professional barmen who use it to carve out ice blocks for whiskey and other drinks.

Traditionally it was made for Japanese fishermen who use it to cut up fish, ropes and etc. The Makiri will handle all utility tasks on deck and ashore. A traditional single bevel blade is forged in high-carbon Shirogami #2 white steel. The hardness of the blade is approximately 61-62 HRC and it is designed for a more demanding user who knows how to handle and maintain it, as it will develop a patina.

The Makiri's saya (knife sheath) is hand-shaped from a single piece of magnolia wood, which is the optimal choice for protecting a high-carbon steel blade.

Blade shape: Makiri

Steel type: Shirogami #2

Lamination: Ni-mai

Cladding: Reactive / Carbon

Blade finish:

Hardness (HRC scale): 61-62

Overall length: 265mm (10.4")

Blade length: 135mm (5.3")

Blade height: 28mm (1.1")

Spine thickness: 2.7mm (0.11")

Weight: 140g (4.9 oz)

Handle length: 110mm (4.3")

Handle type / wood: Other / magnolia

Kanji on the blade: /

Blacksmith: Ikeuchi Hamono

Location of the smithy: MIKI / Hyōgo Prefecture / Japan

☝️ Japanese kitchen knives in our store are handmade from natural materials. Slight variations in color, texture, weight and other dimensions are possible. We try to give a good photographic representation of our products, however computer screen resolution and colors do vary, so products might not look exactly as they are seen on screen.Ni-maiReactive / Carbon

Bunka knife dimensions diagram Japanese kitchen knife

☝️ THIS KNIFE MAY DEVELOP PATINA

Knives made of carbon steels can, due to their low chromium (Cr) content, discolor and develop patina. The knife is the most sensitive when it is still new and a patina had not developed yet, but later, patina will protect the blade. These types of knives require a touch more care:

✔ Wipe it regularly with a clean and dry cloth (you can also do this during use).
✔ After use, rinse it with lukewarm water and wipe it dry.
✔ Coat it regularly with knife maintenance oil or plain refined sunflower oil.
✔ Store the knife by wrapping it in paper which will absorb moisture and protect the blade.

A patina is a thin layer that forms on the surface of oxidized steel and protects it from further oxidation. The patina should not be confused with rust. Patina protects the blade, while rust causes corrosion and deterioration of material, so it should be removed (see Rust erasers).

→ For in-depth information about patina, read our dedicated post on patina.

GENERAL KNIFE CARE TIPS:

Blade wear depends on the quality of steel, usage and maintenance of the blade. Japanese knives are made of high-quality steels. Follow these tips to keep your Japanese knife in top-notch shape:

✔ Use a wooden, plastic or rubber cutting board.
✔ After use, wash the knives and wipe them dry.
✔ For storage, use a knife holder or a protective knife sheath (saya).
✔ A good cutting technique is your best bet to prolong sharpness.
✔ Use sharpening stones to sharpen the knife.

❗️Don’t leave the knife in the sink. Wash it by hand.
❗️Don’t wash the knife in the dishwasher.
❗️Don’t use the knife on glass, ceramics, marble or steel surfaces.
❗️Don’t scrape the food off the cutting board with the edge of the blade. Use the spine of the knife instead.
❗️Knife is a tool intended for specific use - cutting food. It is not a can opener, screwdriver, trowel, wire cutter, hammer etc.

→ For more details, read our guide
on Maintenance of Kitchen Knives.

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SHIPPING RATES:
- €10 - flat worldwide rate with DHL Express (express delivery, 2-5 business days).
- FREE - all orders over €300 (DHL Express).

EXCEPTIONS:
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DUTIES AND IMPORT TAXES:
We ship all orders DDP (duties & taxes paid). This means you will not be charged for any import fees and taxes (including VAT). All our prices are final. The price you see at checkout is the final price, no hidden costs.

DELIVERY TIME:
- Europe: 1-2 business days
- US & Canada: 2-4 business days
- Rest of the World: 3-5 business days

RETURNS:
Our return policy lasts 30 days. If more than 30 days have gone by since the day you received your order, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.

→ Read our SHIPPING & RETURNS policy for more info. We strive to solve any issues fast and with as little hassle for you. If you have some additional questions, please contact us.