Fake The forging patterns were printed on. No joke. These aren't even real. When I asked to return them, I got the 20% restocking fee and having to pay shipping. I never should have trusted the 100% satisfaction guarantee. That's what I get for trying a new company for good knives.

These knives arrived in great packaging… These knives arrived in great packaging and with obvious care. So I am not sure what some of the reviewers are referring to when they comment on the receipt of their package. As for the knives themselves, I have absolutely no complaints. I love them!

Great knife, great gift To begin with, customer service advised me promptly over the Seido Chat function which of their chef's knives would be best for a man with large hands. And the Kiritsuke Damascus Chef Knife fit perfectly -- it has great balance, style, sharpness, quality. It ticked off all the boxes for a great gift. It is now much loved and appreciated. It took longer to arrive than hoped for, so it didn't make it until two days after Christmas. My fault for ordering so late in the season from outside of Canada, and then Canada Post, the delivery service used in Canada, took several days off over the Christmas period. So, yes, the gift arrived late which was too bad, but not a big deal.

The knives are very poor quality The knives are very poor quality. The handles of the knives separated from the blades within the first 3 months of using the knives. Seller would not work to provide replacement knives because I am out of the 30 day return policy even though it is a defective set. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THESE KNIVES OR ANY PRODUCT FROM THIS COMPANY.

Buyer BewareDo not buy from this company Do not buy from this company. Bought for a Christmas gift. They stated 3-5 day shipping. Bought 9 days before Christmas. Did not arrive till 2 days after Christmas. Had already bought a replacement gift. Went to return because when I bought they stated 30 day back hassle free. Now they are charging me 20% restocking fee plus shipping costs. BUYER BEWARE