Yoshitsugu Ai-Deba KnifeThe Ai-Deba is a slimmer, lighter version of the traditional Deba knife, ideal for home use.This knife is single-beveled and made from stainless steel, offering sharpness with low maintenance.Its lightweight design makes it user-friendly for home kitchens, especially for handling fish and small tasks.It has been sharpened, so it is ready to use immediately upon arrival. Please handle with care when unpacking. The price includes the sharpening fee.It features the markings "越後" (Echigo), "義次作" (Yoshitsugu), and "日本製" (Made in Japan). Some engravings are slightly faded.Efficient and approachable, this stainless Ai-Deba is perfect for home cooks needing precision in a lighter knife.Length: 290mmBlade Length: 155mmBlade Width: 51mmBlade Thickness: 3mmWeight: 158gSHARPENED by a Japanese Sharpener. Razor sharp. The sharpener is in Kyoto, the traditional city in Japan as you know. You can use without maintenance. You don't need to pay maintenance costs after receiving. If any, please feel free to ask, English available.- SHIPPING NOTE from Japan・A PHONE NUMBER REQUIRED・I cannot ship to P.O. Box.・Some area of countries will be applied a remote area fee (25 USD or more, the most of US and West Europe is okay.)