Tenugui - Takara Zukushi (Collection of Luck Bringing Treasures) Hand Painted Saya so there may be some

so there may be some visible scratch pattern

and the less pressure you sharpen with

They feature a wide bevel design and kurouchi finish

Weight: 418g

I have also found this new version to be much more stable and retain its size settings much better

Tenugui - Takara Zukushi (Collection of Luck Bringing Treasures) Hand Painted Saya so there may be someProduct Description Detailed Specs Measurements Tenugui have their roots deep in Japanese history. Originally used as part of decorative fashion, tenugui later became part of daily life, being used around households and as general purpose cloths. Over time, the style, color, and even dying process has developed into what it is today. These pieces of cloth are hand dyed, using natural dyes. They should be washed in cold water with no detergent