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Tsunehisa ginsan deba 180mm

Regular price ¥34,000 JPY
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Specifications

The Tsunehisa Ginsan Deba 180mm is a heavy-duty traditional Japanese knife from Tosa, Japan. Featuring a Ginsan (Silver #3) stainless steel core with a migaki finish, this knife is designed for fish butchery and breaking down whole fish. Its sturdy single-bevel edge and substantial spine thickness make it well-suited for heavy-duty cutting tasks.

  • Hand-forged in Tosa, Japan for the Tsunehisa brand
  • Deba: Heavy-duty traditional knife designed for fish butchery and breaking down whole fish
  • 178mm (7.0") cutting edge length
  • Ginsan (Silver #3) stainless steel core from Hitachi Metals, Ltd.
  • Traditional octagonal magnolia handle with buffalo horn ferrule
  • Right-handed single bevel design
  • Polished choil and spine finishing exceeding expectations for its class
  • Ideal for both home cooks and professional chefs
  • Excellent for fish butchery, breaking down poultry, and heavy-duty tasks
  • Low-maintenance stainless steel suitable for busy professional kitchens

About the Brand

Tsunehisa is a knife brand founded by Shibata Takayuki, who also established Kotetsu and Masakage. The brand partners with skilled craftsmen from Japan's most celebrated knife-making regions, including Seki and Tosa, to source its high-quality blades. Tsunehisa emphasizes practicality and reliability, creating well-crafted knives that deliver exceptional value for discerning cooks.

Details

Blade & Handle Specs

  • Overall length: 328mm
  • Blade length (heel to tip): 178mm (7.0")
  • Blade height at heel: 54mm
  • Spine thickness:
    • At the handle: 7.1mm
    • At the heel: 6.8mm
    • Midway: 5.7mm
    • 1cm from the tip: 2.6mm
  • Weight: 325g
  • Edge/bevel: Single bevel
  • Handle: Octagonal magnolia with buffalo horn ferrule
  • Hand Orientation: Right-handed
  • Saya/Sheath: Not included

Notes

  • For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this 180mm Tsunehisa Ginsan Deba knife, please refer to our care guide below.
  • Slight measurement variations are common in Japanese kitchen knives.
  • Small surface finish variations in knives are normal.
Shipping & Returns

• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo
• Dispatches within 24-48 hours
• Full tracking from dispatch to delivery
• 30-day returns on unused items
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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
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Customer Support

Email us at info@zahocho.com or fill out our contact form.

FAQ

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.

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