Please rely on the photos to assess the condition of the knife, the blade, and other detailed aspects, as I may not be able to answer specific questions. The price is set somewhat arbitrarily and will be gradually reduced. The blade has been polished to a slightly mirror-like finish. Price reductions are welcome, as long as they are not too drastic! *This product (knife) needs to be sharpened before use. *Please refer to the photos and consider purchasing with the understanding that you will need to maintain it yourself. Please refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about the condition, as this is a used item.