Set of 2 Vintage Japanese Knives - Signed Nakiri & Yanagiba (Danjuro, Kiya Aogami, Ikkansai Tadatsuna) - Traditional Forged Steel - For Restoration / CollectibleDescription:We are pleased to offer a compelling lot of two vintage, hand-forged traditional Japanese kitchen knives. Both pieces feature authentic maker's marks and represent classic regional blacksmithing lineages highly sought after by collectors and culinary enthusiasts alike.1. Left: Vintage Nakiri (Vegetable Knife)Front Inscription: 「團十郎」 (Danjuro) - A notable vintage signature.Back Inscription: 「青紙木屋」 (Aogami Kiya) - Forged by the world-famous Tokyo-based cutlery house Kiya, using legendary Aogami (Blue Paper Steel), celebrated for its superb edge retention and high hardness.Approximate Dimensions:Blade Length: approx. 16.5 cmTotal Length: approx. 30.5 cm2. Right: Vintage Yanagiba (Sashimi Knife)Inscription: 「一竿子忠綱」 (Ikkansai Tadatsuna) - A prestigious Sakai lineage famous for exceptional sharpness and beautiful grinds among professional chefs.Approximate Dimensions:Blade Length: approx. 21.0 cmTotal Length: approx. 34.5 cmCondition Report & Auction Notes (Please Read Before Bidding):These are authentic vintage items and are offered in as-is, unrestored condition.Blade/Metal: Visible rust, patina, stains, wear, and minor micro-chipping along the edges.Handle/Ferrule: Scratches and age-related wear on the wooden handles; cracks, marks, and gaps on the plastic/buffalo horn ferrules.Important Note: The previous owner's name is written in permanent marker on the butt (the very bottom) of the Yanagiba's handle.Target Bidder: This lot is specifically intended for collectors, professional sharpeners, or restoration enthusiasts who possess the knowledge, skills, and correct tools to clean, rust-erase, and re-sharpen these traditional high-carbon steel blades.Please carefully review all high-resolution photos as they serve as the primary visual representation of the condition.Shipping & Custom Duties:Shipped securely from Japan via tracked courier service.Please note that any import duties, taxes, or customs fees are not included in the item price and are the sole responsibility of the buyer. ■ IMPORTANT NOTICE - PLEASE READ BEFORE BIDDING ● NO SHIPPING TO DENMARK ● bidding and payment please do not place a bid if you do not intend to complete the purchase and make payment. by placing a bid, you confirm full intention to complete payment if you win. non-paying bidders cause serious delays. if payment is not completed after reminders from catawiki, the order may be cancelled under catawiki policy. ● 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 photos before bidding. photos form an important part of the description. please also understand that some defects or imperfections may not be visible in photographs. hidden or non-visible flaws may exist. 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. ● shipping restrictions - knives due to uk law, we do not ship knives to the united kingdom. due to strict regulations, we also do not ship knives to denmark. shipments to other countries may also be restricted depending on local laws. bids from restricted countries will be cancelled. ● international shipping - customs import rules for knives vary by country. buyer confirms legality of import. seller ships from japan with accurate customs declarations. customs delays, inspections, confiscations, taxes, or import issues are outside seller control. ● countries we do not ship to we do not ship to the united states. we also temporarily do not ship to portugal due to logistics instability. bids from these countries will be cancelled. ● international situation - shipping limitations due to global conditions, sanctions, transport restrictions, or postal issues, shipping may become impossible to certain countries. in such cases, orders may be cancelled. ● important notice for italy delivery to italy may take one month or longer due to customs and postal delays. please bid only if you accept this. ● no combined shipping each item will be shipped separately even if multiple items are purchased. ● shipping method and delivery time all items are shipped from japan via japan post. estimated delivery time is 3?4 weeks. delivery time is not guaranteed. ● import duties and taxes (EU buyers) import duties, VAT, and other taxes are not included. buyer is responsible for all charges. ● customs contact and buyer responsibility buyer must respond to customs requests promptly. failure may result in delay, return, confiscation, or destruction of parcel. ● returned parcels if returned due to customs refusal or non-response, reshipping requires double shipping cost. ● force majeure seller is not responsible for delays or failures caused by war, sanctions, disasters, postal suspension, or other force majeure events. ● agreement by placing a bid, you confirm you have read and accepted all conditions and understand the item may contain non-visible defects and may require cleaning, sharpening, restoration, or repair.