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Specifications
This Sakai Takayuki Shirogami #3 deba is a traditionally crafted Japanese fish‑butchering knife made in Sakai, Japan. Built with a White #3 carbon steel core and finished with reactive iron cladding, it offers excellent sharpness, easy sharpening, and the classic weight and authority expected from a deba. Paired with a traditional magnolia handle, it’s an accessible, well‑made option for cooks looking to invest in a quality single‑bevel deba without exceeding their budget.
Handcrafted in Sakai, Japan for Sakai Takayuki
170mm / 6.70" cutting edge length
White #3 (Shirogami #3) carbon steel core
Reactive iron cladding develops a protective patina over time
Traditional D-shaped magnolia wood handle with resin ferrule
Ideal for home cooks and professionals seeking their first quality deba
Designed for right-handed users
Details
Brand: Sakai Takayuki
Producing Area: Sakai, Japan
Knife type: deba
Core steel: Shirogami #3 (White #3)
HRC: ~61
Steel type: carbon steel
Cladding: iron clad
Blade and Handle Specs
Overall length: 310mm
Blade length - heel to tip: 170mm / 6.70"
Blade height at heel: 51.9mm
Spine thickness:
at the handle: 7.3mm
at the heel: 7.0mm
midway: 6.0mm
1cm from the tip: 2.5mm
Weight: 283g
Edge/bevel: single bevel
Handle: D-shaped magnolia with resin ferrule
Hand orientation: right-handed
Saya/ sheath: not included
Notes:
a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this 170mm Sakai Takayuki Shirogami #3 deba, please refer to our care guide below. b. Slight variations in measurements are typical in hand-forged Japanese knives. c. Minor cosmetic variations—such as light surface marks or fine scuffs—are common in handcrafted blades.
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo • Dispatches within 24-48 hours • Full tracking from dispatch to delivery • 30-day returns on unused items Details
Care Guide
• Use whetstones for sharpening • Use wooden or rubber cutting boards • Keep clean and dry to prevent rust • Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods • Hand wash only - no dishwasher View Complete Care Guide
Why is the blade length different from the displayed size? The size in the product title is a nominal reference used by knife makers. The actual blade can be slightly longer or shorter due to handcrafting and traditional sizing. Each product page lists the exact measured length.
When will out-of-stock items be restocked? We carry limited, rotating stock. Once something sells out, we don't necessarily reorder it right away. It could be months before that item comes back, if at all. We bring in new knives regularly, but they're not always the same ones. Our newsletter is the best way to stay updated on new arrivals.
What payment methods do you accept? Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Shop Pay. No cash on delivery.
