Quality of the knife is outstanding, with the most beautiful blade and blue wood handle. I got a carbon steel blade with a layer of stainless over top everywhere except the cutting edge, giving the sharpness of a carbon blade with the durability of SS. The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly, and treated to a cup of tea after our purchase. I had already purchased several knives but the great interaction with the staff and beauty of the knife convinced me to buy another.