[ansgri]

There are now inexpensive Japanese-style knives from China. I have a couple of surprisingly well-made Xinzuo-branded knives, each under $50.

[PunchyHamster]

I got one few months ago. Still haven't even had to sharpen it, I'm honestly pretty impressed

[mgaunard]

what steel is it? Best edge retention I've seen is Aogami Super.

From what I know Chinese copies focus more on the VG10-like steels.