This is a Yanagiba knife crafted in Sakai, , one of Japan's three major knife-producing regions. This is a long-cherished old knife from the Showa era that has been expertly polished, sharpened, and rejuvenated by skilled artisans. concerning the sharpening process, it was sharpened gradually starting from a 200-grit edge, with the finishing touch achieved at 6000 grit. The polishing has been done meticulously, so there is hardly any rust. It has become a knife that cuts exceptionally well, so please handle it with care. Total length: 362 mm Blade length: 227mm Blade width: 29 mm Weight 134g The blade has "原重弘 Hara Shigehiro " written on it, which is the name of the previous owner. It was used for a very long time and was carefully stored even though the blade was chipped and rusted. It is an item that is filled with emotion. Maintenance: About the rust, after use, wash off dirt and remove moisture with a dry cloth to prevent rust. Be especially careful when cooking raw meat, raw fish, or raw foods that are high in salt. Shipping: The estimated delivery time for the product is typically around 10-20 days. During certain periods such as year-end holidays and holiday seasons, there is a possibility of extended delivery times. As for shipping, the items will be carefully packaged and sent via either DHL or FedEx, depending on the circumstances. Important note: Please note that import duties, taxes, and any additional charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the responsibility of the buyer. Additionally, when the product arrives in your country and undergoes customs clearance, customs or the shipping company may contact you for clearance procedures via phone or email. Please ensure that you can promptly respond to such communication. Failure to do so may result in the parcel being returned to Japan, incurring double shipping fees for reshipment. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.