Sakai Masamitsu Deba KnifeThis is a deba knife by Sakai Masamitsu.The deba is a traditional Japanese fish knife with a thick blade suited to working around bones. This knife still retains its Sakai blade sticker, but perhaps due to a long storage period, the back side shows noticeable darkening.This knife is single-beveled and made of hagane (carbon steel), offering excellent sharpness.A solid traditional fish knife with good working potential, especially for users comfortable maintaining carbon steel blades.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 engraving "堺正光作" (Sakai Masamitsu). The handle also retains the Sakai blade sticker.Length: 310mmBlade Length: 170mmBlade Width: 50mmBlade Thickness: 8-9mmWeight: 305gSHARPENED 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.