This is a top of the line Japanese cutlery knife made in Seki, Japan by Yokoyama - the same knife as the Masamoto version also made by Yokoyama. It features a sharp Molybdenum Vanadium (AUS-8) stainless steel blade measuring 270mm (just over 10.5") long with integral guard and full tang with dymondwood handle. Now, for a limited time pay less at this CLOSEOUT price, limited quantity available! This knife is discontinued and scarce, wont last long. New, without box.