Masamitsu Santoku KnifeThis is a santoku knife by Masamitsu.The santoku is a widely used all-purpose knife for meat, fish, and vegetables. This appears to be a nearly unused stored item. The sticker remains neatly on the handle, and there is little to no sign of use. As this is DP Stainless Gold, it has a structure with a stainless cutlery steel core clad in stainless steel, giving it good sharpness while remaining resistant to rust. Please allow for minor storage marks and sharpening marks.This knife features double-edged warikomi construction, combining sharpness with ease of use.The clad stainless construction makes it a practical choice for users who want a keen edge with easier maintenance than full carbon steel.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 "誠光作" (Masamitsu), "DP," and "ステンレスゴールド" (Stainless Gold).Length: 290mmBlade Length: 170mmBlade Width: 45mmBlade Thickness: 2mmWeight: 125gSHARPENED 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.