Made in Japan
- Blade is made of high quality carbon steel
- Sharp cutting blade & easy to sharpen
- 35" overall length
- Includes a small wedge imbedded in the top of the handle head
- Woodenhandle
A quality Japanese AsanoBachi Gata Hoe with Long Handle. Made of high carbon steel, the blade isvery sharp & cuts tough weeds & roots with ease. The hoe is also good for harvesting & cultivating soil. The blade is slightly curved which helps dig into the soil easily. The blade also easily resharpens when the need arises. It is also a good idea to tap in the wedge on the top of the handle occasionally, since the woodenhandle may expand & shrink over time due to moisture. Asano. Made in Japan.
About Carbon Steel
High carbon steel is tougher & harder than stainless steels, making it ideal & desirable for applications where durability is required & where frequent regrinding is needed. Carbon steels are more durable & have razor-sharp edges, & is easy to re-sharpen as well when the need arises.
Product Width of Blade Length of Blade Overall Length
Model # Japanese Asano "Bachi Gata" Hoe - Long Handle 2-3/4" 6" 35" JAC-06055