Kitchen knife - Steel, Wood - Japan - 伝統的和出刃包丁(堺刀司/堺貞峰/丸小特製)

ヴィンテージ伝統的和出刃包丁(堺刀司/堺貞峰/丸小特製)
Set of 3 Vintage Traditional Japanese Deba Knives – Signed Blades – Sakai Craftsmanship

Offered here is a rare set of three vintage traditional Japanese Deba knives (single-bevel fish butchery knives), all signed and originating from the renowned knife-making city of Sakai, Japan.

These knives were designed for professional fish preparation such as filleting (sanmai-oroshi), breaking down whole fish, and cutting through small bones with precision and authority.

1) “Sakai Tōji” (堺刀司)

Handle label: “Founded Bunka 2 (1805) – Sakai Tōji”
Blade length: approx. 16–17 cm
Total length: approx. 29–30 cm

A distinguished piece bearing the Sakai Tōji signature, with a handle label referencing its historic foundation (Bunka 2, 1805). A representative example of Sakai’s long-standing blade-making tradition.

2) “Sakai Sadamine” (堺貞峰)

Handle label: “Hand-forged – Deba – For Three-piece Filleting and Bone Cutting”
Blade length: approx. 16–17 cm
Total length: approx. 30–31 cm

A hand-forged Deba specifically marked for sanmai-oroshi (three-piece filleting) and bone cutting. The blade shows the characteristic robust profile required for fish butchery, combining weight and controlled edge geometry.

3) “Registered Trademark Marusho – Special Make” (登録商標 丸小 特製)

Blade length: approx. 16–17 cm
Total length: approx. 29–30 cm

A vintage Deba bearing the registered trademark “Marusho” and marked as a special production piece. A solid example of mid-to-late 20th century Japanese professional kitchen cutlery.

Condition

All knives are vintage items and are sold strictly as-is.

They show age-related wear including:

Rust and oxidation

Stains and patina

Scratches from use

Minor chips on the edge

Small tip damage

Ferrule misalignment

Handle cracks, chips, and wear

These knives require cleaning, sharpening, and possible restoration.
Please bid only if you understand the condition and are capable of maintenance and repair.

Additional Notes

• Traditional Japanese single-bevel construction
• Authentic signed blades
• Ideal for collectors of Japanese kitchen knives or restoration enthusiasts
• A genuine opportunity to acquire vintage Sakai craftsmanship

Please review all photographs carefully before bidding.

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