Genkai Masakuni Hakuhou Yanagiba Knife 1 shaku 1 sun (approx. 33cm) Highest Grade Mizuyaki Hon-yaki

For those who know, this is an unused, authentic Hōhō-style whetstone finish.
I've significantly reduced the price because filing taxes is a hassle.

The Nioi (hamon's temper line pattern), which appears on Japanese swords with the finest sharpness, is clearly and beautifully present.
Nioi is characterized by a temper line where the steel particles near the hamon are finely clouded, giving a soft and hazy impression amidst strength.
Swords with Nioi are said to have superior sharpness because they are composed of hard, dense metal molecules.

This is a custom-made, unsigned piece, so the inscription on the tang serves as authentication. Therefore, it is sold without a handle.
Please confirm the inscription yourself after purchase and attach a handle.

I am listing it because I will not be using it.
I am open to some negotiation for those who will genuinely use it.
To prevent fraudulent returns, it is listed as is.
This is a very old kitchen knife and has been stored for a long time, so there is slight rust. Although unused, I have listed it as like new.
No returns or exchanges will be accepted.