Damascus
Babacho Japanese Takibi Nata (Japanese camping hatchet), Damascus SK-5 - 110mm (Walnut)
SKU: BK4045 (yellow)BABACHO Takibi Hatchet with Leather Case
Handmade Japanese hatchet for outdoor use, ideal for camping and outdoor survival! Made in a very strong Full Tang Structure, i.e. made by one full piece of steel from the edge of the knife to the handle.
- Handle covered by natural wood
- Strong and think, can split wood easily
- Comes with leather case
- Made in Japan
Characteristics:
- Body: SK-5 Steel (non-stainless)
- Grip: Walnut Wood
- Case: Leather
- Weight: Hatchet 240g
- Weight: Leather Case: 60g
- Total Length: 24.5cm
- Blade Length: 11cm
- Thickness: 0.5cm
It is a Japanese high-carbon water hardening non-stainless tool steel somewhat comparable to 1085 carbon steel. It's AISI name is W108 steel. It is used in knives, springs, machetes, axes/hatches and other cutting instruments and tools. Its performance and application can vary quite a bit depending on the heat treatment. Composition: 0.80-0.90 Carbon (C), 0.00-0.30 Chromium (Cr), 0.10-0.50 Manganese (Mn), 0.00-0.25 Nickel (Ni), 0.10-0.25 Silicon (Si), 0.00-0.25 Copper (Cu), 0.03 Phosphorus (P), 0.003 Sulfur (S).
