Sakai Rikitetsu Aideba KnifeThe Aideba is a versatile Japanese knife that can handle fish, vegetables, and meat. This knife has developed some patina due to its high-carbon steel construction, but the cutting edge remains clean and sharp. The handle is in excellent condition.This knife is single-beveled and crafted from high-carbon steel, ensuring exceptional sharpness.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 engravings "堺力鉄作" (Sakai Rikitetsu).Length: 295mmBlade Length: 160mmBlade Width: 39mmBlade Thickness: 3-4mmWeight: 121gSHARPENED 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.)