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Vintage Japanese Yanagiba & Ko-Deba Knives – Traditional Signed Blades, Set of 3

This lot features three vintage Japanese kitchen knives, consisting of two Yanagiba-style blades and one Ko-Deba (small Deba).
All knives are traditional Japanese single-bevel blades and include clear inscriptions, reflecting their original craftsmanship and intended professional use.

These knives are ideal for collectors, restorers, or experienced users of traditional Japanese cutlery who appreciate authentic tools with history.

Signatures (from left to right)

Left (Yanagiba): Signed “Masahiro Saku – Bessen” (正広作別撰)

Center (Yanagiba): Signed on the reverse “Teuchi” (手打 – hand-forged)

Right (Ko-Deba): Signed “Seki Magoroku” (関孫六)

Knife Types

Yanagiba: Long, slender slicing knife traditionally used for sashimi and fine fish preparation

Ko-Deba: Compact Deba knife designed for small fish and precise work

Approximate Dimensions (measured from the image)

Blade length: approx. 11–21 cm

Overall length: approx. 24–35 cm
(Each knife varies slightly due to hand-forged production.)

Condition

All knives are offered as-is, in vintage condition.

They show:

Rust, patina, stains, scratches

Edge chips, wear, and tip damage

Signs of long-term professional or household use

The blades have not been cleaned, restored, or professionally sharpened.

■ Important Notice
Please bid only if you fully understand and accept that these knives require cleaning, sharpening, and possible repair.
This lot is recommended exclusively for buyers who are capable of maintaining and restoring traditional Japanese knives.

Remarks

Authentic Japanese signed blades

Includes a well-known name: Seki Magoroku

Suitable for restoration projects, study, or display

A valuable opportunity to acquire multiple traditional knife styles in one lot

※Currently, we are unable to ship items to the United States. Thank you for your understanding.
※Due to the strike by Canada Post, we are currently unable to ship items to Canada.

Can't be shipped with other objects
You're not able to combine shipping if you buy more than one object from the same seller in this auction.

The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped only by Japan Post.
It usually takes about 3-4 weeks for delivery, depending on the destination and customs procedures.
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