Masakari means a hatchet with a broad blade.
Blade:Forged from three layers of carbon steel
Handle: Japanese White oak
Used to split logs on a chopping block.
Masakari can be swung behind the head and the haft passes close to the head, in order to produce finely cut kindling.
Handmade by Craftsmen in Sanjo City Japan
Convex edge grind
Head Weight 750 g
Total Weight 1100 g
Handle Length 450 mm
Edge Length 125 mm
Made in Japan
