Kitchen knife - Steel, Wood - Japan - 伝統的和柳刃包丁 特撰優駿／東勝弘／登録炭次郎作

ヴィンテージ 伝統的和柳刃包丁 特撰優駿／東勝弘／登録炭次郎作
Set of 3 Vintage Traditional Japanese Yanagiba Knives

Signed Blades – Tokusen Yushun / Higashi Katsuhira / Registered Sumijiro

An attractive set of three vintage traditional Japanese Yanagiba (sashimi) knives, each bearing engraved signatures and original handle markings.

These knives reflect the long, slender single-bevel geometry essential for precision sashimi slicing in traditional Japanese cuisine.

Signatures (from left to right):

Tokusen Yushun (特撰 優駿)

Handle inscription: “Outstanding Sharpness – Highest Grade Professional Culinary Knife”

Higashi Katsuhira (東勝弘)

Handle inscription: “Outstanding Sharpness – Highest Grade Professional Culinary Knife”

Registered Sumijiro (登録炭次郎作)

The presence of promotional handle markings suggests these were originally marketed as high-grade professional kitchen knives.

■ Approximate Dimensions (measured from photo scale)
Left – Tokusen Yushun

Overall length: approx. 395 mm

Blade length: approx. 255 mm

Blade width at heel: approx. 30 mm

Center – Higashi Katsuhira

Overall length: approx. 380 mm

Blade length: approx. 240 mm

Blade width at heel: approx. 29 mm

Right – Registered Sumijiro

Overall length: approx. 365 mm

Blade length: approx. 225 mm

Blade width at heel: approx. 28 mm

All knives feature the traditional long Yanagiba profile designed for clean, single-stroke slicing of fish.

■ Condition

These are vintage working knives sold in as-is condition.

Due to age and prior use, they show:

Dirt and patina

Rust and oxidation

Scratches and sharpening marks

Minor chips along the cutting edge

Slight tip damage

Ferrule misalignment

Cracks or chips in the wooden handles

They require cleaning, sharpening, and possibly restoration.

Please bid only if you fully understand and accept the condition and are capable of restoring and maintaining traditional Japanese carbon steel knives.

■ Collectible & Practical Appeal

A distinctive lot combining:

Signed vintage blades

Original handle markings

Traditional sashimi knife geometry

Strong restoration potential

Ideal for collectors, professional sharpeners, restoration enthusiasts, and lovers of traditional Japanese culinary tools.

A compelling opportunity to acquire three signed Yanagiba knives in one lot.

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