This is a paring knife, specified by "Le Cordon Bleu Paris," the world's leading French culinary education institution. It seems like it would perform well in Western cuisine settings, such as grand restaurants! Reference Price Range (as of 2025) Domestic online retailers (Rakuten, Tempos, etc.) → Approximately 22,000 yen to 28,000 yen The double-edged blade has been sharpened with a finishing stone. Measurements (approx.) Blade length: 180mm Spine thickness: 1.1mm Blade material: Solingen steel Weight: 101g The steel is German Solingen steel. Unlike typical Western knives that are made in a 6-step process, Wüsthof Dreizack knives are made through 38 processes. Forged by a 1-ton hammer, every step is still finished by skilled craftsmen by hand, making it a masterpiece. Please check the photos for the current condition. This is a used item that has been stored for a long time. Please consider this before purchasing if you are concerned about the condition. Immediate purchase is OK. Shipped with simple packaging. Thank you.