This is a carving knife from Sakashin. It's been sharpened with a shape that's less prone to chipping, suitable for Kamakura carving, such as the tachi-komi (sword-like cuts) and edging. I would appreciate it if you would use it. It has been sharpened on a whetstone, so you can use it immediately. Please feel free to inquire about bulk purchases. Thank you for looking.