Hiromoto Santoku KnifeThe Santoku is a versatile Japanese knife designed for cutting meat, fish, and vegetables with ease. This knife was made by Hirogen and is now discontinued, making it a rare find.This knife is double-beveled and made of high-quality composite steel, ensuring excellent sharpness and durability.It has been professionally sharpened and is ready for immediate use upon arrival. Please handle it with care when unpacking. The price includes the sharpening fee.It features engravings "登録" (Registered), "宏元作" (Hiromoto Saku), and "本割込" (Hon-Warikomi).Length: 280mmBlade Length: 160mmBlade Width: 41mmBlade Thickness: 1-2mmWeight: 124gSHARPENED 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.)