廚刀 - 鋼, 木 - 日本 - 传统的日式出刃包丁・柳刃包丁 源菊水/善定

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Vintage Japanese Deba & Yanagiba Knife Set – “Minamoto Kikusui (源菊水)” & “Yoshisada (善定)” – Traditional Japanese Fish Knives
An attractive pair of vintage Japanese kitchen knives, combining two of the most characteristic traditional Japanese fish-knife forms: a substantial Deba and a long, slender Yanagiba.
The Deba is traditionally associated with breaking down and filleting whole fish, while the Yanagiba is designed for long, smooth slicing cuts when preparing sashimi and sushi. Together, they represent two complementary stages of traditional Japanese fish preparation. MADE in JAPAN.JP
Both knives retain Japanese blade inscriptions and traditional wooden Wa handles. The Deba is particularly interesting because it preserves multiple original markings and vintage labels, including the “源菊水” blade inscription, two surviving labels and a branded mark on the reverse side of the handle.
Their visible patina and signs of long-term use give the pair the distinctive character of genuine vintage Japanese working knives.
1. Deba – “Minamoto Kikusui” (源菊水)
The knife on the left is a traditional Japanese Deba, featuring the broad, substantial blade and pointed profile characteristic of this specialized fish knife.
The Deba is traditionally used for breaking down whole fish, including removing heads and filleting. Its substantial blade distinguishes it from the much longer and narrower Yanagiba. Takefu Knife Village
The blade bears the inscription:
源菊水
Minamoto Kikusui
A particularly attractive feature of this example is the survival of several vintage markings.
Around the ferrule is an old label reading:
切味優秀　堺
堺利器共同組合推奨
Approximately:
“Excellent Cutting Performance – Sakai / Recommended by the Sakai Cutlery Cooperative Association.”
The wooden handle also retains a gold-colored label reading:
TRADE MARK
源菊水
最高級品質保証
Approximately:
“TRADE MARK – Minamoto Kikusui – Highest-Grade Quality Guarantee.”
In addition, the reverse side of the wooden handle bears a branded “源菊水” mark.
These inscriptions, labels and handle branding are described as surviving markings on the vintage knife; the historical label wording should not be interpreted as a guarantee of its present sharpness or condition.
Approximate dimensions:
- Overall length: approx. 31 cm
- Blade length: approx. 17 cm
- Maximum blade width: approx. 5.0 cm
2. Yanagiba – “Yoshisada” (善定)
The knife on the right is a traditional Japanese Yanagiba, characterized by its long, narrow blade and sharply pointed profile.
The Yanagiba is traditionally used for slicing prepared fish for sashimi and sushi. Its elongated blade is designed to allow a long drawing cut rather than repeated short sawing motions. MADE in JAPAN.JP
The blade bears the clearly visible inscription:
善定
Yoshisada
Its restrained appearance—with a long slender blade, traditional light-colored wooden Wa handle and black ferrule—provides an attractive contrast to the broader and more heavily marked Minamoto Kikusui Deba.
Approximate dimensions:
- Overall length: approx. 35 cm
- Blade length: approx. 22 cm
- Maximum blade width: approx. 2.8 cm
Please note: All measurements are approximate estimates based on the measuring tape visible in the photograph. Slight differences from actual measurements should be expected.
A Complementary Pair for Traditional Japanese Fish Preparation
One of the strongest features of this lot is the combination of two distinctly different traditional Japanese fish knives.
The approximately 17 cm Deba has a broad, substantial blade associated with the initial preparation and filleting of whole fish. In contrast, the approximately 22 cm Yanagiba has the long, slender profile traditionally used for clean slicing of prepared fish. MADE in JAPAN.JP
The Deba is especially appealing for the remarkable number of surviving identifying details:
“源菊水” blade inscription
“切味優秀 堺 / 堺利器共同組合推奨” ferrule label
“TRADE MARK 源菊水 最高級品質保証” handle label
“源菊水” branded mark on the reverse of the handle
The Yanagiba complements it with its clear and elegant “善定” blade inscription.
Together, their Japanese inscriptions, vintage labels, wooden Wa handles, contrasting blade profiles and visible traces of previous use create an appealing set with strong vintage Japanese character.
Condition
These are vintage, pre-owned Japanese kitchen knives and show clear signs of age, previous use and sharpening.
The condition includes:
- Age-related dirt and staining
- Rust / oxidation
- Scratches and scuff marks on the blades
- Chipping / damage to the blade tips
- Chips and imperfections along the cutting edges
- Wear from previous use and sharpening
- Dirt and scratches around the ferrules
- Misalignment around the ferrule areas
- Dirt and signs of use on the wooden handles
- Age-related wear to the surviving vintage labels
- Other age- and use-related imperfections
The knives have not been fully cleaned, polished, restored or professionally sharpened and are offered in their present vintage condition.
Please examine all photographs carefully before bidding. The photographs form an essential part of the description and show the actual condition of the blades, cutting edges, tips, ferrules, wooden handles, inscriptions, labels and branded markings.
These are vintage working knives rather than fully restored or maintenance-free modern kitchen knives. Depending on their condition and intended use, cleaning, sharpening, ferrule adjustment and other maintenance or restoration work may be required.
Please bid only if you fully understand and accept the vintage condition—including the rust, tip damage, edge chipping, wear and ferrule misalignment—and are capable of carrying out the necessary cleaning and sharpening yourself.
With the richly marked “源菊水” Deba and the elegant “善定” Yanagiba, this is an appealing pair for collectors of vintage Japanese cutlery, sharpening and restoration enthusiasts, and admirers of traditional Japanese culinary tools.
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