Nata Japanese Hatchet Knife By Kanei - 180mm

Brand name: Kanei (カネイ)

Smith name: Unknown

Steel: Carbon Steel

Cutting edge length: 180mm

Total length: 260mm 

Blade Width at heel:  about 56.0mm

Spine thickness at handle: about 3.1mm

Blade thickness: about 3.3mm

Manufacture Era: before 1970s

Blade weight: 256g

Accessories: -

Additional Information: It is unused and in good condition. It comes from the descendant of a professional tool shop owner, dating back to his grandfather’s era. His grandfather passed away around 1970. Although it is difficult to identify the blacksmith of this particular nata (which is thinner than a typical one), the craftsmanship clearly shows it was made by a skilled smith.