For over one thousand years, Japanese sword and knife makers have been renowned for crafting the world’s sharpest, hardest and most refined blades. Tojiro, one of Japan’s top knife makers, still follows ancient techniques handed down by generations of master smiths to handcraft knives for the 21st century. All Tojiro knives are painstakingly made at their Niigata, Japan factory. Tojiro knives are the #1 selling brand for professional in Japan. DP3 Series Entry-level DP3 knives feature a high carbon cobalt alloy core cutting-edge sandwiched between two layers of 13-chrome stainless steel. Handles are made of extremely durable ECO wood (resin-impregnated woods) and have forged bolsters. The DP3 series offers very affordable entry into high-quality Japanese cutting power. Heston Blumenthal Owner of the three Michelin stars restaurant The Fat Duck, voted No. 1 in The World's 50 Best Restaurants in 2005. "The knives I use for their precision, quality and design." Features Western Deba 21cm Handcrafted in Niigata, Japan Razor sharp with 60° Rockwell hardness Well balanced and comfortable handle Highest quality steel that is hand polished for an impeccable finish Western Deba Knife With a thick and heavy durable blade it is designed for cutting poultry, fish and crustaceans which include shrimp, lobster and crab. The heel portion can be used for cutting through small bones and cartilage of poultry.