Thank you for viewing. This is a santoku knife made by the best kama blacksmith in Niigata. They were kind enough to make it for me despite their busy schedule. The handle is made of black buffalo horn, octagonal ebony wood. Specifications (approximate values) Blade length: Approximately 183mm Blade width: Approximately 53mm Thickness: Approximately 4.5mm (base), Approximately 2mm (tip) Total length: 332mm Steel: Takefu V2 Weight: Approximately 192g Handle: Black buffalo horn ferrule, octagonal ebony