Hiromoto Saku Santoku KnifeThe Santoku knife is an all-purpose knife, suitable for cutting meat, fish, and vegetables.This double-edged blade is made with hon-warikomi (3-layered) construction, providing excellent sharpness and durability.The deep brown wooden handle with a black, diagonally cut ferrule adds a distinct style.The knife 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 engravings "宏元作" (Hiromoto Saku), "はがね本割込" (Hagane Hon-Warikomi), and "DP".Length: 285mmBlade Length: 165mmBlade Width: 45mmBlade Thickness: 2mmWeight: 119gSHARPENED 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.)