Masurao Hatchet, Full Tang, Laminated, Leather Case Included, Made in Sanjo

Finally, Chikyugi's original hatchet is complete!

Its name is "Masurao Natata . "
What's more, this is a collaboration product with Babacho Hardware, the maker of Taki Hina Hatchet!
This is an authentic hatchet made in Sanjo, packed with Taki fire hatchet technology.

Please take a look at this masterpiece that is packed with the thoughts that have been in the planning stages for three years.

[ Masurao Nata (Masurao Nata) Introduction Video】
https://youtu.be/wgVaLLia0cQ

[Product name]
Masurao Nata (Masura Man's Hatchet)

 [Origin of the name Masurao Hatchet]
＜What is Masarao?＞
A brave and strong man. A strong and dignified boy.
・The Masurao hatchet is a blade whose name means "a strong, dignified, and unique man 's blade ."

[Thoughts on the Masurao Hatchet]
The style that I think is cool is "rough but also beautiful with a delicate side" and "rugged but stylish," which may seem contradictory at first glance, but that's what I think is cool.
I wanted to create a blade with that cool style.
It has a shape never seen before, a size that is easy to use, incredible sharpness, and durability that means it won't break even after years of use, and the blade is the real deal.
It should be the one and only manly blade, the "Masurao Hatchet."
This Masurao hatchet was created with the concept of aiming to create the ultimate masterpiece that combines the "power of a hatchet" with the "sharp cutting edge of a knife."
Generally speaking, when you increase the sharpness of a blade, its durability decreases, and conversely, when you increase durability, its sharpness decreases, but I wanted both of these things with the Masurao hatchet.
Otherwise, I thought there would be no point in making it, and it wouldn't be authentic.
After three years of planning, this ideal has finally been realized.
Its ease of use and overwhelming sharpness will captivate anyone who uses it.
This is truly the ultimate.

[Why did I want to make a Masurao hatchet?]
＜First Thoughts＞
As you use various knives, you will no longer be satisfied with ready-made products, and as you use different ones, you will begin to imagine the ideal one.
If only this part was a little bigger, if it was sharper, if the shape was like this... etc.
As this happened, I was no longer satisfied with ready-made products, and my desire to "one day design the ideal item myself" grew stronger and stronger.

＜The attention to detail in making the Masurao hatchet＞
It took me about three years to complete the Masurao Hatchet, which I started out with when I first decided I wanted to make an original Chikyugi blade. My very first thought was, "I want to make a cool, one-of-a-kind blade that is unique and representative of Japanese culture!"

Since we were creating a one-of-a-kind authentic product, there were three points we wanted to pay particular attention to.

1. "A typically Japanese knife"
2. "Incorporating traditional Japanese techniques"
3. "I want to make it in Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture."
These three points were indispensable.

The first company that came to mind was Baba Cho Hardware, famous for its Taki fire hatchets.
I have been using Taki fire hatchets for a long time and fell in love with their shape and sharpness.
I thought that if I could find a place that could make such blades, my dream might come true, so I consulted with them, who readily agreed, and so the Masurao Hatchet project began.

[Product Features]
・This is a Masurao hatchet made entirely in Japan in Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, in collaboration with Babacho Hardware.
- Use as a hatchet for splitting firewood when camping or outdoors.
-Can also be used for forestry work and hunting.
-It is designed with a full tang to eliminate concerns about the joint between the blade and handle breaking, and to ensure that force is transmitted to the blade.
- You can easily split firewood and make feather sticks to make it easier to start a fire.
- The blade is neither too big nor too small, making it easy to perform both delicate and powerful tasks.
The grip is smooth and comfortable in the hand, and is designed to prevent your hands from getting sore even when used for long periods of time.
- The grip is designed to be slightly thicker, allowing you to hold it firmly and making it easier to transfer the power of your arm to the blade.
- The tip is sharp, making it versatile.
- Comes with a dedicated leather case for safe carrying and transportation.
・The leather case has a belt loop so you can attach it to your waist or a bag and carry it around (only at designated locations such as campsites).
・This is a Masurao hatchet that combines the sharpness and ease of handling of a knife with the strength and sturdiness of a hatchet.
- With just one hatchet, you can use it for a variety of purposes, such as splitting, cutting, chopping, and scraping wood and firewood.
- The surface of the blade is hammered to create a rough and rugged texture.
- The blade has a beautiful pattern and is made of laminated steel, which is hard and has excellent cutting ability.
・This is a supreme product that is made with a focus on authenticity and does not allow for any compromise.

<What is laminated steel material?>
We use Yasugi steel Shirogami No. 2, which is often used for making knives.
This steel has a sharp edge and is resistant to chipping, and is used in high-quality knives.
Of course, it has an excellent cutting ability when splitting firewood using normal firewood splitting or batoning, but it makes a big difference when it comes to sharpening tasks, especially with feather sticks.
The blade cuts into the wood gently, smoothly and without stress. People who are not good at using feather sticks will be able to feel this difference, and experts will be able to clearly see the difference in the material.
Furthermore, the patterns, which are layered like geological strata, captivate the viewer.

<Grip Features>
- The shape of the grip fits naturally to the palm of your hand when you grip it, so it puts less strain on your palm and is less likely to cause pain.
- The grip covers the base of the blade to prevent your index finger from coming into contact with the steel and causing pain when you hold it.
- The wooden handle is made of walnut, which makes for a dense, hard, strong, and extremely durable grip.
- The grip is screw-on so it can be removed for cleaning.
-The grip is screw-on, so you can remove the wooden handle and wrap it with paracord instead.
-The grip is screw-on, so you can remove the wooden handle and replace it with a leather grip that you have made yourself.
- There is a hole at the end where you can thread a paracord through, so you can attach a cord and wrap it around your wrist for added safety, or you can wear it in your own stylish way to add some individuality.

[The Masarao Hatchet is recommended for the following people]
・Axes are a bit difficult, and hatchets are too big and heavy...
・I want to split firewood easily, but a knife just isn't enough...
・I want a blade that combines the best of a hatchet and a knife.・I don't want it to lose its sharpness, but I also want it to be durable.・I want to limit myself to just one blade.・I want a blade that can easily split hard hardwood.・I want to become good at making feather sticks.・I want to use it for hunting.・I'm looking for a blade to use in bushcraft.・I'm looking for a wild blade that's easy for women to use.・I want a Japanese-made blade that's sure to please.・I want a blade that will last me a lifetime.・I want to use the real thing.・I want to use a blade made in Sanjo.・I want to use something that's never been done before.・I want to use a blade I can be proud of.・I want to use the same blade as a Chikyugi. 

[How to use it]
This hatchet is double-edged and can be used by either left or right handed people.

[Preparation before use]
- Make sure there is no wobbling, looseness, nicks in the blade, or scratches on the leather case.
・If the screw on the grip is loose, tighten it with a coin or something similar before using.
- Be sure to wear gloves to protect your hands.

[Usage/How to use]
<Chopping firewood>
It can split commercially available camping firewood and other miscellaneous trees into thin strips or cut them into shorter lengths.
This hatchet is heavy and solid, so you can split firewood easily without applying much force, and it will split wood easily even if it has some knots in it.
The firewood splits so easily that it becomes so much fun that you might end up splitting more than necessary!

■Points・When splitting firewood, always use a firewood splitter. Do not split thick logs in one go, but in several runs.

<Batoning>
It is also very suitable for splitting firewood using the batoning method.
The sharp blade easily bites into the firewood, and as it hammers in, the 7mm blade thickness pushes the firewood apart to the left and right, allowing you to split it without any difficulty.
Since it doesn't require much strength, you can enjoy splitting firewood relatively safely.

■Tips : Hit the blade from the center to the tip.
- When splitting firewood into smaller pieces, split them into pieces approximately 3 to 4 cm wide.

<Feather Stick>
The blade is very sharp, making feather sticks easy.
Rather than carving the wood, the blade slides into the wood, giving the feeling of peeling off the bark.
The feeling of the blade smoothly cutting into the knife is very addictive.
Even if you have had difficulty making feather sticks until now, if you use this Masurao hatchet, you will be able to make feather sticks like you never thought you would.

■Tips : Hold this product in your dominant hand and scrape the surface of the firewood smoothly.
- It is easier to make if you keep your wrist fixed and keep the blade at a constant angle while cutting all the way to the bottom.
- It is easier to sand if you sand the corners rather than the surface of the wood.

<Branch removal>
It is also suitable for removing branches and tops from felled trees.
This hatchet is very easy to use not only for camping and outdoor activities, but also for forestry work and farm work.

■Points
It is easier to cut if you cut the blade against the grain of the wood.

[Care instructions]
Please follow the instructions below to properly clean the product.
1. Remove any dirt (wood chips and tar) from the blade.
2. If the stain is strong, use a brush (such as a toothbrush) and rinse with running water.
3. After that, remove the water and let it dry. Apply knife oil to the blade, spread the oil with a towel, and wipe it off.
4. The grip will also deteriorate. By applying commercially available beeswax, you can maintain the luster and enjoy the aging process.
5. Please store it in a leather case in a well-ventilated place.
6. When the blade becomes dull, sharpen it.

[About blade sharpening]
It is possible to sharpen it using a commercially available medium whetstone (# 800/1000 ).

【size】
Total length: approx. 285mm
Blade length: approx. 145mm
Blade width: approx. 50mm
Plate thickness: approx. 7mm
Weight: Approx. 643g (including leather case)
Hatchet weight: approx. 528g
Leather case weight: approx. 115g
*Since the products are made by hand, there are individual differences in the products.

[Blade form]
Clam-shaped double-edged

[Materials and finishes]
Hatchet material: Yasugi steel white paper No. 2 Handle material: Walnut Screws: Stainless steel Finish: Black dye finish Leather case: Cowhide

【accessories】
Masarao Hatchet Leather Case Instruction Manual

【country of origin】
Made in Japan (Sanjo)

[Planning and Design]
Chikyugi Yu

[After purchasing the Masarao Hatchet]
・The blade is engraved with "Chikyu Yugi" but it is hard to see due to the rough forging marks on the blade.
・If you experience any problems before or after use, please contact the store where you purchased the product.
・The warranty for Masurao Nata covers cases where scratches, chips, cracks, etc. are found on the product before use.
- If the grip (wooden handle) cracks, or if the handle cracks during or after use, it will not be covered by the warranty, regardless of the number of times it is used.
・If the grip (wooden handle) breaks, we will be selling replacement grips (planned to do so), so you will be able to purchase one and replace it yourself.
・We will accept repairs, but shipping costs, part replacement costs, and labor costs will be charged separately.
- At first, the leather case may feel stiff and the buttons may feel tight.
Leather stretches with use, so we make it a little tight when we send it to you. It will become more comfortable after you put the hatchet in and out a few times.
- When batoning, never hit the part with a metal hammer.
If you hit it with a metal hammer, the area hit will crush and expand, making it impossible to baton.
In more severe cases, the blade may crack and break.
- When batoning, always use wood.

[Product warranty]
If a quality defect is found before use, we will repair or replace the product free of charge. Please contact the store where you purchased the product first.
・The warranty for Masurao Hatchet only applies if the product is found to have scratches, chips, cracks, etc. before use, and we will handle the issue by providing a return or exchange.
- Cracks in the grip (wooden handle) or distortions or cracks in the blade during or after use are not covered by the warranty, regardless of the number of times the knife is used.

[Points to note when batoning]
When batoning, be sure to use a wooden, plastic, or rubber hammer. Hitting the hatchet with metal (such as a peg hammer) will cause it to break.
If the screw on the grip becomes loose after splitting firewood or batoning, please retighten it with a flat head screwdriver or coin. Using the hatchet in this condition may result in damage to the hatchet or injury.
If we determine that the product has been struck with metal, it will not be eligible for return.
When batoning, strike from the center of the blade to the tip. If you strike the base of the blade, you may accidentally strike the grip (wooden handle) and break it. If you accidentally strike the grip and break it, it will not be eligible for return.

[Product Notes]
・Do not drop the product or subject it to strong impact as this may cause damage to the product.
- Do not use for any purpose other than as described in the instruction manual.
・If you feel any abnormality, do not use the product.
- Do not touch the blade directly with your bare hands.
- Do not use as a toy for children.
Do not use to cut metal.
- Never hit this product with a metal hammer or other object.
-Do not place near fire.
・Do not hit the wooden grip.
・Do not twist the blade with excessive force as this may chip the blade edge.
- If you notice any abnormalities such as rattling, discontinue use and consult your retailer or distributor.