厨刀 - 钢, 木 - 日本 - 传统的和式柳刃包丁（刀铭助廣／堺和彦作／登録哲弘）

vint age 传统的和柳刃包丁 锘入り（刀銘助廣／〇堺和彦作／登録哲弘）
Set of 3 Vintage Traditional Japanese Yanagiba Knives – Signed Sakai Blades

(Sukehirō / Maru-Sakai Kazuhiko / Registered Tetsuhiro)

Offered here is a set of three authentic vintage Yanagiba (sashimi) knives, long single-bevel blades designed for precision slicing of fish and sashimi.

All three knives are signed and retain original labels, reflecting traditional Sakai craftsmanship.

Makers & Details (from left to right)
1. Sukehirō (刀銘助廣)

Blade signed “Sukehirō”

Ferrule label: “Sakai – Excellent Cutting Performance – Recommended by Sakai Cutlery Cooperative Association”

Handle inscription: “Sakai Sukehirō Betsuuchi (Special Forged)”

A traditionally forged Sakai-style yanagiba.

2. Maru-Sakai Kazuhiko (〇堺和彦作)

Blade signed

Ferrule label: “Sakai – Excellent Cutting Performance – Recommended by Sakai Cutlery Cooperative Association”

Classic Sakai single-bevel geometry.

3. Registered Tetsuhiro (登録哲弘)

Blade signed

Handle label: “Outstanding Sharpness – Highest Grade Professional Kitchen Knife”

Elegant long slicing profile.

Approximate Dimensions (from photo measurement)

Left – Sukehirō

Overall length: approx. 40–41 cm

Blade length: approx. 26–27 cm

Middle – Kazuhiko

Overall length: approx. 38–39 cm

Blade length: approx. 24–25 cm

Right – Tetsuhiro

Overall length: approx. 39–40 cm

Blade length: approx. 25–26 cm

Traditional single-bevel construction for right-hand use.

Condition (Important)

These are genuine vintage working knives and show clear signs of age and prior use:

Rust and oxidation

Surface scratches and sharpening marks

Edge chips and minor tip damage

Ferrule misalignment

Handle cracks, chips, and wear

Storage and age-related patina

Sold as-found, uncleaned and unrestored.

■ Suitable only for buyers who understand vintage Japanese knives and are capable of proper cleaning, sharpening, and restoration.

Not recommended for immediate kitchen use without maintenance.

A fine opportunity for collectors of traditional Sakai cutlery or restorers seeking authentic signed blades.

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do not bid if you do not intend to complete the purchase and make payment.
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● no combined shipping
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● shipping method and delivery time
this item will be shipped exclusively via japan post and carefully packaged.
estimated delivery time is approximately 3-4 weeks, depending on the destination country and customs procedures.
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