Anryu Blue #2 Hammered Petty 150mm

After 50 years, Anryu has given over his business to his trusted apprentice, Ikeda san, who now manages Anryu Hamono and does the lion's share of the work.

The blade is constructed from Hitachi Blue Paper #2 steel with a stainless steel cladding. This adds strength to the inner core while protecting it from corrosion. The stainless cladding is given that famous hammered finish. The core Blue #2 steel will take an extremely keen edge with ease and hold that edge for a long time. Even though it is wrapped in stainless steel, the exposed carbon core of the knife will discolor with normal use and could rust if abused. Keep it dry and clean and you are good to go!

The blade is well finished with a nicely radiused choil and polished corners and spine. It is matched to an oval handle made from rosewood with a pakka wood ferrule.

Workshop: Anryu Hamono

Lead Blacksmith: Ikeda san

Location: Echizen, Japan

Weight: 3.1 oz (88 g)

Blade Length: 151 mm

Total Length: 278 mm

Spine Thickness at Heel: 4.5 mm

Blade Height: 34 mm

Due to the thick spine, we do not carry a saya that fits this knife. We recommend the felt blade guard instead.