Kitchen knife - Steel, Wood - Japan - 日本製伝統的和出刃・菜切包丁 正恒特製/関孫六銀寿

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Vintage Japanese Deba and Nakiri kitchen knife set - Masatsune Tokusei and Seki Magoroku Ginju - 2 pieces - Japan

Offered here is a distinctive set of two vintage Japanese kitchen knives, consisting of a traditional Deba knife bearing the inscription "正恒 特製" (Masatsune Tokusei) and a Nakiri vegetable knife bearing the inscription "関孫六 銀寿" (Seki Magoroku Ginju).

These two knives represent different aspects of traditional Japanese kitchen knife design. The substantial Deba blade and the broad, rectangular Nakiri blade offer an interesting contrast in form, function, and character.

Both knives retain wooden Japanese-style handles and display the marks of previous use and age. Their distinctive inscriptions and well-established traditional shapes make them appealing to collectors of Japanese culinary tools and enthusiasts of vintage Japanese craftsmanship.

1. Deba knife - Masatsune Tokusei

The knife on the left is a traditional Japanese Deba-style knife with a broad blade and a pointed tip.

The blade bears the Japanese inscription "正恒 特製", which may be read as "Masatsune Tokusei". The term "Tokusei" means "specially made" or "special production".

The wooden handle also retains a branded inscription reading "商標 正恒 特製" (Trademark Masatsune Tokusei).

The presence of inscriptions on both the blade and handle is an attractive feature of this vintage knife.

The blade has a characteristic Deba-style profile, with a broad heel and a curved cutting edge leading toward the pointed tip.

Approximate dimensions:
- Overall length: 32 cm
- Blade length: 18 cm
- Maximum blade width: 5 cm

2. Nakiri knife - Seki Magoroku Ginju

The knife on the right is a traditional Japanese Nakiri vegetable knife, distinguished by its broad, nearly rectangular blade and relatively straight cutting edge.

The blade bears the Japanese inscription "関孫六 銀寿" (Seki Magoroku Ginju).

The Nakiri is a traditional Japanese kitchen knife shape associated with preparing vegetables. Its broad blade and straight-edged profile are characteristic of this type.

The blade retains visible signs of age and use, including darkened surface areas that contribute to its vintage appearance.

It is fitted with a wooden Japanese-style handle and a dark ferrule.

Approximate dimensions:
- Overall length: 32 cm
- Blade length: 18 cm
- Maximum blade width: 5.5 cm

Condition and restoration requirements

Both knives are vintage, pre-owned items and show substantial signs of age, storage, and previous use.

Their condition includes:
- Rust and oxidation
- Dirt, stains, and surface discoloration
- Scratches, rubbing marks, and general wear
- Chips and irregularities along the cutting edges
- Wear and deterioration around the blade tips
- Dirt, scratches, chips, wear, and possible misalignment around the ferrules
- Dirt, wear, and other age-related imperfections on the wooden handles

The knives have not been presented as professionally restored or ready for immediate kitchen use.

Cleaning, sharpening, repair, restoration, and possibly handle adjustment or replacement may be necessary before any practical use.

Additional defects or deterioration that cannot be identified from the photographs may also exist.

The exact steel composition, manufacturing dates, and historical provenance have not been independently verified.

All dimensions are approximate estimates based on the photographs.

Please carefully examine every photograph to evaluate the blades, cutting edges, tips, inscriptions, ferrules, and wooden handles.

These knives are offered primarily as vintage Japanese kitchen knife collectibles and restoration projects.

Their appeal lies in their traditional forms, Japanese inscriptions, aged appearance, and the opportunity for a knowledgeable collector or restorer to preserve and maintain these examples of Japanese culinary heritage.

Important: Please bid only if you personally possess the knowledge, experience, practical skills, and ability to carry out any necessary cleaning, sharpening, repair, and restoration. Buyers who cannot perform such work themselves should refrain from bidding.

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Important notice - Please read before bidding

No shipping to Denmark, the United Kingdom, or the United States (USA).

Bidding and payment

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Condition of the item

All items are vintage, antique, or pre-owned unless stated otherwise. Signs of age, wear, scratches, stains, rust, oxidation, patina, repairs, sharpening marks, and other imperfections should be expected.

Please carefully examine all photographs before bidding. Photographs form an essential part of the item description.

Please understand that some defects, deterioration, or imperfections may not be visible in photographs. Hidden or non-visible flaws may exist.

Furthermore, the condition of vintage items may change during international transportation due to vibration, impact, temperature fluctuations, humidity, or handling.

Important: Bidding is strictly limited to buyers who possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and practical ability to personally perform repair, restoration, sharpening, and cleaning as required.

Buyers must be capable of carrying out such maintenance and restoration themselves. These items are not intended for buyers who expect fully restored, maintenance-free, or immediately ready-to-use products.

Please do not bid unless you fully understand and accept these conditions.

All measurements are approximate.

Important notice regarding traditional Japanese knife handles

Traditional Japanese kitchen knives (wa-bocho) generally use replaceable wooden handles.

Wooden handles are consumable components and may experience drying, shrinkage, cracking, looseness, deterioration, or detachment due to age, storage conditions, or stress during international transportation.

Even if a handle is firmly attached before shipment, its condition may change during transit.

Buyers must understand that wooden handles may require reattachment, adjustment, repair, or complete replacement.

Bidding is limited to buyers who understand these characteristics and have the knowledge and practical ability to perform necessary handle repairs or replacements themselves.

Replacement handles and repair materials are not included unless specifically stated.

Shipping restrictions - Knives

Due to applicable knife shipping and delivery restrictions, we do not ship knives to the United Kingdom or Denmark.

Shipments to other countries may also be restricted depending on local laws, customs regulations, or available postal services.

Orders to destinations where lawful and compliant delivery cannot be arranged may need to be cancelled in accordance with Catawiki policy.

International shipping and customs

Import regulations for kitchen knives vary by country.

Buyers are responsible for checking whether the items can legally be imported into their country before bidding.

The seller ships from Japan with accurate customs declarations.

Customs delays, inspections, import taxes, and clearance requirements are outside the seller's direct control.

Buyers must cooperate with the relevant customs authorities and shipping carriers when required.

Countries we do not ship to

We do not ship to the United States at this time due to ongoing international shipping restrictions and related logistical difficulties.

Shipping to the United States remains temporarily suspended.

Orders from destinations where shipping is restricted may need to be cancelled in accordance with Catawiki policy.

International situation and shipping limitations

Due to global conditions, sanctions, transportation restrictions, changes in customs regulations, or postal service disruptions, shipping to certain countries may become impossible.

If shipment cannot be arranged legally or through an available shipping service, the order may need to be cancelled in accordance with Catawiki policy.

Important notice for Italy

Delivery to Italy may take one month or longer due to customs procedures and postal delays.

Please place a bid only if you understand and accept the possibility of extended delivery times.

No combined shipping

Each item will normally be shipped separately, even if multiple items are purchased.

Please contact us before bidding if you wish to discuss any special shipping arrangements. Combined shipping is not guaranteed.

Shipping method and delivery time

All kitchen knives are shipped from Japan via Japan Post or DHL.

Estimated delivery time is approximately 3-4 weeks, depending on the destination, customs procedures, and local delivery conditions.

Delivery times are estimates only and are not guaranteed.

Import duties and taxes (EU buyers)

Import duties, VAT, customs clearance fees, and other applicable charges may be imposed depending on the destination country and the applicable tax collection arrangements.

Any amounts not collected at checkout may be payable by the buyer upon importation.

Buyers are responsible for checking and complying with the applicable import requirements.

Customs contact and buyer responsibility

Buyers must respond promptly to requests from customs authorities, postal operators, or shipping carriers.

Failure to provide necessary documents, complete customs procedures, or pay applicable import charges may result in delays, return, confiscation, or disposal of the parcel.

Buyers are expected to cooperate fully with customs clearance procedures.

Returned parcels

If a parcel is returned because the buyer refuses delivery, fails to complete customs clearance, does not respond to customs requests, or fails to pay applicable import charges, any request for reshipment will be considered individually.

Reshipment may require payment of additional shipping and handling costs, including costs arising from the original return.

Any refund, cancellation, or reshipment will be handled in accordance with Catawiki policy and applicable law.

Force majeure

The seller cannot control delays or disruptions caused by war, sanctions, natural disasters, postal suspensions, customs restrictions, or other circumstances beyond reasonable control.

Such situations will be handled in accordance with Catawiki policy and applicable law.

Important agreement - Acceptance of all listing conditions

By placing a bid, you confirm that you have carefully read, fully understood, and accepted the entire item description, all photographs, condition disclosures, shipping restrictions, and every important notice stated in this listing, subject to applicable Catawiki policies and mandatory consumer protection laws.

You also confirm that you understand the nature of vintage and antique items, including the possibility of age-related deterioration, non-visible defects, and the need for cleaning, sharpening, restoration, or repair.

You further confirm that you possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and practical ability to perform such maintenance or restoration yourself when required.

For traditional Japanese knives, this includes understanding that wooden handles are replaceable consumable parts and may require adjustment, reattachment, repair, or replacement.

Please do not place a bid if you do not fully understand or accept these conditions.

These conditions apply subject to Catawiki's applicable policies and any mandatory consumer protection laws.