Handmade in Japan Available in different shapes: We ship directly from Gifu, Japan around the world with low price declared so our customers paying as low as possible customs charges ●The Ryuji Sten Color series was developed with the top priority being ``lightness'' and ``easiness of grip'' that would not cause strain even during long hours of work. ●Features: Light weight is achieved by thinning the thickness of the Monaca handle and making it hollow. Reduces the strain on your hands. ●The stainless steel integrated handle prevents the invasion and proliferation of bacteria, and is hygienic as it can be sterilized with boiling water. ●Material Blade: Molybdenum vanadium steel Handle: 18-8 stainless steel/urethane baking coating This blade keeps edge sharp much longer than the conventional European blades and very easy to resharpen using #1000 grits whetstone  Handle: The handle made with stainless steel to make it nice weight and be sure of the blade to keep a well-balanced weight in the middle throughout the life of the blade which is at least 25 years if taken care well. Note These Knives must not be used on bones, frozen food hard nuts, it may result getting the blades chipped.