Kono Uchihamono Sabaki-bocho 120mm

Just a little long and chunky to be called an ajikiri. Kono san's black-forged sabaki-bocho is comparatively short and light and intended for fish, so ajikiri fans will not be disappointed if they plump for this little beauty. The blade is stout and well suited to breaking down small fish and game.

The traditional kurouchi finish lends some rust resistance but the high carbon Aogami#1 alloy steel edge will certainly rust if not dried before storing. Tip for young players: rinse your knife in hot water before drying in order to evaporate water molecules in the microscopic pits in the blade steel. No rust.