Knife-sheath - Japan - 1990-2000

This authentic vintage Japanese honesuki knife is a classic boning knife, specially designed for precision work on poultry and smaller cuts of meat. With its sturdy tip, straight edge, and compact form, this type of knife offers excellent control and power, exactly what the honesuki is known for in Japan.

The blade bears original Japanese inscriptions and shows nice signs of use that suit its age. The steel is still sharp and usable, though it remains an honest vintage piece: light patina, sharpening marks, and small irregularities are part of it and give the knife its character.

The handle is fashioned in dark wood with brass pins and sits comfortably in the hand. Everything feels solid, with that typical balance of older Japanese knives that were designed for daily professional use.
Total length: about 24 cm.

This knife is ideal for the home cook who is looking for something special, for fans of Japanese steel, or as a characterful piece in a knife collection. Also perfect for those who enjoy working with tools that already have a life behind them.

A beautiful vintage honesuki knife with history — sharp, authentic and ready for a new owner.