The knife is a Honesuki knife produced by HATSUKOKORO in Tosa, Japan.

Specifications:

Blade structure: Three-layer steel construction with a soft iron outer layer and an Aogami (Blue Steel) core, hardness of 62±1.
Hand-forged Honesuki knife with half of the blade retaining the forging texture for rust resistance while the other half features a Damascus pattern achieved through black dyeing.
Blade length: 150mm
Blade width: 37mm
Thickness: 46mm
Weight: 137g
Blade edge: Double beveled, suitable for both left and right-handed use.
Handle: Ebony handle with a black buffalo horn bolster.
Notes:

The blade is thin and not suitable for cutting frozen meat or bones.
Carbon steel blades are prone to rust when exposed to moisture. After use, dry promptly. For long-term storage, apply a Japanese blade-specific rust preventive oil and wipe dry to maintain and shine the blade.
Due to long transportation distances, we carefully inspect before dispatch. If you have any questions upon receipt, please communicate with us promptly.
Shipping to certain countries in Europe, South America, and North America may incur customs duties that the buyer needs to pay (approximately 20-25% of the value of the goods for Europe). Specific costs can be confirmed by contacting the seller.