Sakai Takayuki Deba KnifeThis Deba knife from the Sakai Takayuki brand features a beautifully polished water buffalo horn handle and a slightly straight blade design, showcasing excellent care and craftsmanship.Deba knives are traditional Japanese tools specialized for processing fish, characterized by their sturdy and thick blades. This knife is crafted from high-carbon steel, providing sharpness and durability.The knife has been sharpened and is ready to use immediately upon arrival. Please handle with care when unpacking. The price includes the sharpening fee.It features engravings such as "堺孝行" (Sakai Takayuki) and "別打" (Special Forged). The handle also carries a sticker indicating water buffalo horn.This Sakai Takayuki Deba knife is a perfect choice for fish preparation, offering professional-grade performance with elegant design details.Length: 330mmBlade Length: 175mmBlade Width: 52mmBlade Thickness: 8mmWeight: 323gSHARPENED 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.)