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Sakai Koichi Santoku Knife, Sharpened, Water Buffalo Handle, All-Purpose Knife, Traditional Craftsman, 185mm

Sakai Koichi Santoku Knife, Sharpened, Water Buffalo Handle, All-Purpose Knife, Traditional Craftsman, 185mm

Regular price $123.00 USD
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Sakai Koichi Santoku Knife.

Santoku knives are versatile knives used for meat, fish, vegetables, and many other ingredients.

This item is from traditional craftsman sharpener Koichi Morimoto.
It is a rare santoku no longer in production, in good condition, with a Sakai cutlery sticker remaining on the handle.

Single-bevel carbon steel offers excellent cutting performance.

Professionally sharpened and ready to use. Sharpening service is included in the price. Please handle with care when unpacking.

Engraving: 堺 (Sakai), 伝統工芸士 (Traditional Craftsman), 光一作 (Koichi saku). Sakai cutlery sticker remains on handle.

Length: 320mm
Blade Length: 185mm
Blade Width: 44mm
Blade Thickness: 3mm
Weight: 174g

For items with "Sharpened" in the title, the blade has been sharpened by a professional Japanese sharpener in Kyoto and is razor sharp. It is ready to use without additional maintenance. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us in English.

- SHIPPING NOTE from Japan

・A PHONE NUMBER may be required for delivery
・Delivery to P.O. Box is not available in some countries
・Some remote areas may incur an additional fee (usually $25 or more)

Please note that your payment to our shop covers the item price + shipping cost only.
Import taxes (such as VAT or sales tax) may apply upon arrival, depending on your country’s regulations.
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