Masahiro Petty KnifeThis is a petty knife from Masahiro. It is a comfortable size for fruit cutting, decorative work, and garnish tasks. There is very little patina typical of Hagane steel, and signs of use are minimal, leaving the knife in very clean condition overall.The knife has a double-bevel Hagane (carbon steel) blade, offering a compact yet very sharp cutting edge.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 engravings "登録" (Registered) and "正広作" (Masahiro-Made).This Masahiro petty is ideal for cooks who enjoy the crisp feel of carbon steel in a small, precise utility knife.Length: 265mmBlade Length: 150mmBlade Width: 30mmBlade Thickness: 2mmWeight: 99gSHARPENED 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 may be required for delivery・Delivery to P.O. Box is not available in some countries・Some remote areas may incur an additional fee (usually $25 or more)Please note that your payment to our shop covers the item price + shipping cost only.Import taxes (such as VAT or sales tax) may apply upon arrival, depending on your country’s regulations.