Due to long-term storage, there are some scratches and rust on the blade (see photos 3 and 11). The blade is slightly bent (see photos 9 and 10). There is no marking for Aonigo (Blue Paper No. 2 steel). *Please purchase only if you understand that returns and exchanges are not accepted. ■Product Name: Yanagiba Knife ■Material: Yasuki Steel, Blue Paper No. 2 ■Blade Length: 270mm ■Blade Type: Single-edged (right-handed) ■Handle: Shitan Shinogi Handle By using Hitachi Yasuki Steel's Blue Paper No. 2, a high-grade blade carbon steel, the sharp cutting edge will last a long time. Although it is prone to rust because it is steel, it offers a cutting performance that cannot be experienced with stainless steel. The handle uses Shitan Shinogi, resulting in a beautiful Japanese knife. *Please note ・After using the knife, remove any dirt and thoroughly wipe off any moisture. Leaving moisture or dirt on the knife can cause rust. ・Do not use in a dishwasher or dish dryer. ・Do not use on frozen foods, corn, pumpkin, dried mochi, or hard ingredients such as bones and shells, as this may cause chipping, cracking, or breaking of the blade. Thank you for viewing.