Kitchen knife - Steel, Wood - Japan - 伝統的和柳刃・出刃包丁 登録商標兼秀作/越後玉三郎

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Vintage Japanese Yanagiba & Deba Kitchen Knife Set – Kaneshide-saku / Echigo Tamasaburo – Traditional Japanese Fish & Sashimi Knives – Set of 2

A distinctive set of two vintage Japanese kitchen knives, consisting of a long traditional Yanagiba slicing knife and a substantial Deba knife.

Both knives bear clearly engraved Japanese inscriptions and retain their traditional wooden handles. The combination of a long Yanagiba and a broad Deba represents two of the most characteristic knife forms used in traditional Japanese fish preparation.

These are genuine vintage working knives showing the natural patina, wear and traces of use accumulated over many years. They should appeal to collectors of Japanese cutlery, enthusiasts of traditional Japanese culinary tools, and experienced users capable of maintaining and sharpening vintage knives themselves.

1. Yanagiba Knife – 登録商標 兼秀作 / Registered Trademark Kaneshide-saku

The long Yanagiba blade is engraved:

「登録商標 兼秀作」
Tōroku Shōhyō Kaneshide-saku
“Registered Trademark – Made by Kaneshide”

The knife has the elegant elongated profile characteristic of a traditional Japanese Yanagiba.

Yanagiba knives are traditionally associated with the preparation of sashimi and other precise fish slicing. Their long, narrow blades are designed to allow smooth drawing cuts with a long and controlled pulling motion.

This example is particularly attractive for its relatively long blade and classic proportions.

Approximate dimensions:

Overall length: approx. 39 cm
Blade length: approx. 25 cm
Handle including ferrule: approx. 14 cm
Maximum blade width: approx. 3 cm

The knife retains its traditional wooden handle and black ferrule.

2. Deba Knife – 越後玉三郎 / Echigo Tamasaburo

The second knife is a traditional Japanese Deba engraved:

「越後玉三郎」
Echigo Tamasaburo

“Echigo” is the historical name associated with the region corresponding largely to present-day Niigata Prefecture. The inscription gives this vintage knife a particularly interesting traditional Japanese character.

The broad and substantial blade profile is characteristic of the Deba, one of the classic Japanese knife forms traditionally associated with fish preparation.

Its deeper blade provides an interesting visual and functional contrast to the long and slender Yanagiba included in the set.

Approximate dimensions:

Overall length: approx. 31 cm
Blade length: approx. 17 cm
Handle including ferrule: approx. 14 cm
Maximum blade width: approx. 4.5–5 cm

The knife retains its traditional wooden handle with a black ferrule.

Two Classic Japanese Knife Forms in One Vintage Set

This lot offers an appealing combination of two complementary traditional Japanese kitchen knives.

The Kaneshide-saku Yanagiba has the long and slender blade profile associated with precise slicing and sashimi preparation, while the Echigo Tamasaburo Deba has the broader and more substantial profile traditionally used for fish preparation.

The surviving Japanese inscriptions:

「登録商標 兼秀作」
and
「越後玉三郎」

add considerable character and collecting interest to the set.

Rather than modern unused knives, these are genuine vintage working tools that have seen actual use over many years. Their patina and traces of previous use form part of their authentic vintage appearance.

For an experienced owner, they also offer the opportunity to carefully clean, sharpen and maintain traditional Japanese knives while preserving their original character.

Condition – Important: Please Read Carefully Before Bidding

These are vintage used Japanese knives offered in their present condition.

They show signs of age, previous use and storage, including:

Age-related dirt and discoloration
Rust and oxidation
Scratches and surface wear
Chipping/damage to the blade tips
Edge chips
Dirt and scratches around the ferrules
Dirt, scratches and wear on the wooden handles
Other age-related signs of use and deterioration

The knives have not been professionally restored or sharpened for this sale.

Please carefully examine all photographs before bidding. The photographs form an important part of the condition description and show the actual items included in this lot.

Please bid only if you fully understand and accept the present condition of these vintage Japanese knives and are capable of cleaning and sharpening them yourself.

An attractive vintage pairing of a long 「登録商標 兼秀作」 Kaneshide-saku Yanagiba and a substantial 「越後玉三郎」 Echigo Tamasaburo Deba, combining two iconic traditional Japanese knife forms with authentic signs of age and use.
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in addition, the condition of the item may change during transport due to vibration, impact, temperature, humidity, or handling.
therefore, items are sold strictly for buyers who have knowledge and ability to perform cleaning, sharpening, restoration, or repair if necessary. this lot is not suitable for buyers expecting fully restored or ready-to-use items without maintenance.
all measurements are approximate.

● important notice regarding traditional japanese knife handles
traditional japanese kitchen knives (wa-bocho) use replaceable wooden handles. handles are consumable parts and may require repair or replacement due to age, drying, shrinkage, cracking, looseness, or transport stress. replacement parts are not included.

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