Hattori has just added a hidden tang handle version to reduce the weight and cost for those who prefer a lightweight and well balanced cutting performance.
The blade is exactly same 4" VG-10 San-Mai Clad semi-drop point Hamaguri-ba (convex edge) blade.
4-1/2" hand contoured cocobolo wood or clack linen micarta handle or African ebonywood
with nickel silver bolster.
Hidden tang construction with no seams.
Comes with double stitched custom brown leather sheath.