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The steel hardened to HRC 57 means the steel will not chip as easily compare to the carbon steel, combined with its low price, this is the best choice if you are venturing into the beauty of Japanese style kitchen knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness at spine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness at 1 cm from the tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31531068391561,"sku":"SATA_INOX_DE150","price":269.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/SakaiTakayukiINOXStainlessDeba150mma.jpg?v=1762233596"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-inox-stainless-deba-165mm-6-5","title":"Sakai Takayuki INOX Stainless Deba 165mm (6.5\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki INOX line gives you a taste of the Japanese traditional knife profile without the need of paying too much attention on caring the carbon steel. Comes with magnolia wood handle, buffalo horn ferrule (bolster). The steel hardened to HRC 57 means the steel will not chip as easily compare to the carbon steel, combined with its low price, this is the best choice if you are venturing into the beauty of Japanese style kitchen knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"1\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"200\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e259 g \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e305 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e163 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e49 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.7 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.8 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.3 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh carbon stainless\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e57-59 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eHo wood oval-shape handle with black ferrule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31531094900873,"sku":"SATA_INOX_DE165","price":289.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_4503.jpg?v=1776664356"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-inox-stainless-deba-180mm-7-1","title":"Sakai Takayuki INOX Stainless Deba 180mm (7.1\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki INOX Stainless Deba 180mm is a single bevel Japanese fish knife best fit for first-timers, students, and professional chefs requiring a stainless steel blade for fish butchery. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this knife features an Inox stainless steel blade hardened to 57-59 HRC with a Migaki surface finish. The 180mm edge length and thick spine measuring 7.2mm at the heel provide the necessary weight and strength for breaking apart whole fish and splitting smaller bones during filleting tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Deba utilises Nimai stainless clad construction, offering rust resistance and ease of care suitable for users preferring less upkeep than traditional carbon steels. The steel takes a sharp edge while remaining forgiving and easy to sharpen during maintenance. Weighing 319g with a total length of 334mm, the knife pairs its substantial blade with a D-shaped Ho Wood handle featuring a black buffalo horn ferrule. This directional handle is pre-installed for right-hand operation and provides a light, functional grip that complements the heavy blade profile for controlled fish processing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31531095589001,"sku":"SATA_INOX_DE180","price":309.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/SakaiTakayukiINOXStainlessDeba180mma.jpg?v=1762233819"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-inox-stainless-yanagiba-240mm-9-4","title":"Sakai Takayuki INOX Stainless Yanagiba 240mm (9.4\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Inox Yanagiba 240mm is a single bevel sashimi knife best fit for first-timers, students, and professional chefs requiring a stainless steel blade for slicing raw fish. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this knife features nimai stainless clad construction with a migaki surface finish. The Inox steel measures 57-59 HRC and contains 0.5% carbon, 13.5% chromium, 0.3% molybdenum, and 0.2% vanadium. This composition provides rust resistance and remains easy to sharpen while taking a sharp edge suitable for precise sashimi preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis yanagiba has a 230mm edge length, 30mm heel height, and tapers from a 3.3mm spine at the heel to 1.5mm near the tip. Weighing 139g with a total length of 381mm, it pairs with a D-shaped ho wood handle featuring a black buffalo horn ferrule. The directional handle is pre-installed specifically for right-hand operation. As part of the Inox line, this knife offers practical durability and ease of care for users prioritising low maintenance in a traditional single bevel profile designed for Japanese cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31720997093513,"sku":"SATA_INOX_YA240","price":229.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_4513.jpg?v=1776665410"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-inox-stainless-yanagiba-270mm-10-6","title":"Sakai Takayuki INOX Stainless Yanagiba 270mm (10.6\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki Inox Yanagiba 270mm is a single bevel sashimi knife best fit for first-timers, students, and professional chefs requiring stainless steel construction. Produced by Aoki Hamono in Sakai, this knife features a 269mm edge length and nimai stainless clad blade with a migaki surface finish. The Inox steel measures 57-59 HRC and contains 0.5% carbon, 13.5% chromium, 0.3% molybdenum, and 0.2% vanadium, providing rust resistance and ease of sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for slicing raw fish and seafood, the yanagiba profile has a slender blade that facilitates precision cuts. The spine measures 3.8mm at the heel, 3.2mm at the mid-section, and tapers to 1.3mm near the tip, with a heel height of 33.6mm. Weighing 173g with a total length of 415mm, the knife pairs with a D-shaped ho wood handle featuring a black buffalo horn ferrule. This directional handle is pre-installed for right-hand operation and offers a light, functional grip suitable for extended sashimi preparation tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31720998469769,"sku":"SATA_INOX_YA270","price":279.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/yanagi270_f__47745.1405063739.1280.1280.jpg?v=1577512547"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-inox-stainless-yanagiba-300mm-11-8","title":"Sakai Takayuki INOX Stainless Yanagiba 300mm (11.8\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Sakai Takayuki INOX line gives you a taste of the Japanese traditional knife profile without the need of paying too much attention on caring the carbon steel. Comes with magnolia wood handle, buffalo horn ferrule (bolster). The steel hardened to HRC 57 means the steel will not chip as easily compare to the carbon steel, combined with its low price, this is the best choice if you are venturing into the beauty of Japanese style kitchen knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintenance: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wash and wipe dry, \u003cstrong\u003eNO DISHWASHER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease use the knife as it should be, not frozed food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand sharpen with waterstone, honing rod is not suitable for Japanese knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"320\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" width=\"200\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e204.5 g \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e450 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTip to Heel Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e290 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Height at Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34.9 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth of Spine Above Heel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.9 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth of Spine at Middle of Blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.4 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.3 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh carbon stainless\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness (HRC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e57-59 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHo wood oval-shape handle with black ferrule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31720999747721,"sku":"SATA_INOX_YA300","price":299.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_4538.jpg?v=1776665244"},{"product_id":"nakagawa-ginsan-honesuki-boning-knife-150-mm-mirror-polished-finish-left-handed","title":"Nakagawa Ginsan Honesuki (Boning Knife) 150 mm Mirror Polished Finish, Left-Handed","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis left-handed Nakagawa Ginsan Honesuki is a 150 mm single bevel boning knife best fit for professionals and students requiring a dedicated poultry processing tool with stainless steel construction. Forged by Satoshi Nakagawa in Sakai, this blade features Hitachi Ginsan Silver #3 steel clad in stainless nimai construction with a mirror polished migaki finish. The triangular profile measures 3.8 mm at the heel and tapers to 2.4 mm near the tip, providing the stiffness necessary for manoeuvring around bones and cutting through joints during deboning tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGinsan steel offers corrosion resistance while maintaining a fine grain structure that supports sharpness and ease of sharpening. This single bevel honesuki weighs 145 g and has a 35 mm heel height, pairing its specialized geometry with an octagonal teak handle and black buffalo horn ferrule. The stainless cladding simplifies care for users who need traditional single bevel cutting performance without reactive maintenance requirements. As a left-handed build, this knife suits southpaw operators specifically seeking precision meat butchery capabilities in a stainless format.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nakagawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42838601302237,"sku":"NAKA_G3MR_HO150L","price":429.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/products\/1_7974a167-5682-42e5-a0a8-e368e5290490.jpg?v=1654669591"},{"product_id":"tojiro-stainless-deba-180mm-mv-f1055","title":"Tojiro MV Stainless Deba 180mm F-1055","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tojiro MV Stainless Deba 180mm F-1055 is a single bevel Japanese fish knife best fit for first-timers and students requiring a stainless steel blade for butchering fish. This 180mm deba features MV Molybdenum Vanadium steel with a hardness range of 54 to 60 HRC and utilises nimai stainless clad construction with a kasumi surface finish. The blade geometry provides the thickness and weight necessary for splitting bones and filleting whole fish, while the fully stainless composition simplifies maintenance for entry-level users.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis knife weighs 275g and pairs the heavy blade with a D-shaped ho wood handle featuring a black buffalo horn ferrule. The directional handle is pre-installed specifically for right-hand operation to suit the single bevel edge profile. Manufactured in Tsubame by Tojiro, this model belongs to the MV single bevel series which targets the entry-level market with proper hollow grind geometry. The MV steel incorporates molybdenum and vanadium carbides to increase wear resistance while maintaining toughness, making this deba a functional option for household fish preparation without the care requirements of reactive carbon steel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tojiro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43977278750941,"sku":"TOJI_F1055_DE180","price":169.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/TOJIROF1055MVDEBA180mm.jpg?v=1690435450"},{"product_id":"nakagawa-ginsan-ko-deba-135mm","title":"Nakagawa Ginsan Ko-Deba 135mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Nakagawa Ginsan Ko-Deba 135mm is a single bevel Japanese fish knife best fit for professionals and students requiring a stainless steel blade for butchering fish and splitting smaller bones. Forged by Satoshi Nakagawa in Sakai as part of the Hatsukokoro commission, this knife features Ginsan Silver #3 steel with a Kasumi surface finish and nimai stainless clad construction. The 138mm edge length and 46mm heel height suit detailed filleting tasks, while the stainless cladding provides corrosion resistance that simplifies maintenance for daily kitchen use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade measures 3.6mm at the spine above the heel, tapering to 1.8mm near the tip, providing the thickness necessary for processing whole fish without excessive weight. Weighing 153g, this ko-deba balances heft with control during precision cutting. An octagonal wa handle crafted from teak wood with a black buffalo horn ferrule offers a durable grip for wet environments. 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