No. 100556121

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Kitchen knife - Kitchen knife set - Iron, Wood - Japan - 銘入伝統的和出刃包丁 (元義・紅梅之作・堺匠作)
Final bid
€ 58
3 days ago

Kitchen knife - Kitchen knife set - Iron, Wood - Japan - 銘入伝統的和出刃包丁 (元義・紅梅之作・堺匠作)

Vintage Japanese Deba Knives – Signed Traditional Craftsmanship (3-Piece Lot) 銘入り ヴィンテージ和出刃包丁 3本セット(元義・紅梅之作・堺匠作) This lot features three vintage Japanese Deba knives, all signed and branded, representing traditional craftsmanship from renowned Japanese makers. Each knife shows the honest patina of age and use, making this set particularly appealing to collectors, restorers, and professional users who appreciate authentic vintage tools. Knives Included (from left to right) Motoyoshi (元義) Blade signature: Motoyoshi Handle: branded with “Registered Motoyoshi – Specially Made” burned stamp A well-known traditional maker respected for durability and cutting performance. Kōbai no Saku (紅梅之作) Blade engraving: Kōbai no Saku with a plum blossom motif Material: Rust-resistant steel (stainless steel) A refined piece combining traditional aesthetics with practical material choice. Registered Sakai Takumi Saku (登録 堺匠作) Blade engraving: Registered Sakai Craftsman Produced in Sakai, a historic center of Japanese blade-making renowned worldwide. Condition Vintage condition with visible rust, stains, scratches, and surface wear Chipped tips and small edge chips are present Cracks in the wooden handles These knives are sold as-is ■ Please bid only if you fully understand and accept the condition. This lot is recommended for buyers who can perform cleaning, sharpening, and restoration on their own. Approximate Sizes (measured from the image) Knife 1 (Motoyoshi) Blade length: approx. 160 mm Overall length: approx. 300 mm Knife 2 (Kōbai no Saku) Blade length: approx. 165 mm Overall length: approx. 305 mm Knife 3 (Sakai Takumi Saku) Blade length: approx. 155 mm Overall length: approx. 295 mm (All measurements are approximate, based on the ruler visible in the photo.) Summary A rare opportunity to acquire three authentic, signed vintage Japanese Deba knives in one lot. Ideal for collectors, professional sharpeners, or enthusiasts seeking genuine tools with history and character. ※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. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you by phone or email for clearance. Please make sure you can respond promptly. If you do not respond and the parcel is returned, reshipping will incur double shipping costs. Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.

No. 100556121

Sold
Kitchen knife - Kitchen knife set - Iron, Wood - Japan - 銘入伝統的和出刃包丁 (元義・紅梅之作・堺匠作)

Kitchen knife - Kitchen knife set - Iron, Wood - Japan - 銘入伝統的和出刃包丁 (元義・紅梅之作・堺匠作)

Vintage Japanese Deba Knives – Signed Traditional Craftsmanship (3-Piece Lot)
銘入り ヴィンテージ和出刃包丁 3本セット(元義・紅梅之作・堺匠作)
This lot features three vintage Japanese Deba knives, all signed and branded, representing traditional craftsmanship from renowned Japanese makers. Each knife shows the honest patina of age and use, making this set particularly appealing to collectors, restorers, and professional users who appreciate authentic vintage tools.

Knives Included (from left to right)

Motoyoshi (元義)

Blade signature: Motoyoshi

Handle: branded with “Registered Motoyoshi – Specially Made” burned stamp

A well-known traditional maker respected for durability and cutting performance.

Kōbai no Saku (紅梅之作)

Blade engraving: Kōbai no Saku with a plum blossom motif

Material: Rust-resistant steel (stainless steel)

A refined piece combining traditional aesthetics with practical material choice.

Registered Sakai Takumi Saku (登録 堺匠作)

Blade engraving: Registered Sakai Craftsman

Produced in Sakai, a historic center of Japanese blade-making renowned worldwide.

Condition

Vintage condition with visible rust, stains, scratches, and surface wear

Chipped tips and small edge chips are present

Cracks in the wooden handles

These knives are sold as-is

■ Please bid only if you fully understand and accept the condition.
This lot is recommended for buyers who can perform cleaning, sharpening, and restoration on their own.

Approximate Sizes (measured from the image)

Knife 1 (Motoyoshi)
Blade length: approx. 160 mm
Overall length: approx. 300 mm

Knife 2 (Kōbai no Saku)
Blade length: approx. 165 mm
Overall length: approx. 305 mm

Knife 3 (Sakai Takumi Saku)
Blade length: approx. 155 mm
Overall length: approx. 295 mm

(All measurements are approximate, based on the ruler visible in the photo.)

Summary

A rare opportunity to acquire three authentic, signed vintage Japanese Deba knives in one lot. Ideal for collectors, professional sharpeners, or enthusiasts seeking genuine tools with history and character.

※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.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.

Sometimes customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you by phone or email for clearance.
Please make sure you can respond promptly.
If you do not respond and the parcel is returned, reshipping will incur double shipping costs.

Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.


Final bid
€ 58
Ger van Oers
Expert
Estimate  € 150 - € 220

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