Deba 150 mm Shirogami No. 2 Tsuchime black fittings

Japanese Deba fish knife – Shirogami No. 2 (150 mm, black forged blade)

Product description

This traditional Japanese Deba knife with a blade length of approximately 150 mm is intended primarily for fish processing, including slicing, separating heads and working with bones. The design of the knife corresponds to the classic concept of Deba knives, which combine high weight, a massive blade and extreme stability during cutting.

The blade is made of Shirogami No. 2 carbon steel, which is valued for its exceptionally fine edge, high sharpness and very easy sharpening. Thanks to careful hand forging and welding, the blade has a uniform and dense material structure, which ensures excellent cutting properties and high durability. Its performance is close to Shirogami No. 1 steel, while offering a very balanced ratio of sharpness and controllability.

The blade surface has a traditional black forged finish (kurouchi) , which underlines the artisanal character of the knife and partially protects the surface against external influences. The massive geometry with a thick back allows safe work even during more demanding tasks where higher strength is required.

The handle is made of cherry wood (Sakura) , which is pleasant to the hand, lightweight and durable enough for everyday use. The round shape of the handle corresponds to the traditional Japanese Deba knife style and the plastic ring protects the joint between the blade and the handle from moisture.

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Knife category

Knife category: Limited edition
Knife type: Cell (universal knife)
Country of origin: Made in Japan

This knife belongs to a limited edition , which is produced in limited quantities and is not part of regular mass production. Individual pieces are created by hand and availability is limited in time and quantity. Once sold out, the knife is usually not produced again. Exceptionally as a final sale or part of one-off auctions.

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Knife specifications

Total length: approx. 300 mm
Blade length: approx. 150 mm
Blade width: approx. 50 mm (at the base)
Blade thickness: approx. 7.2 mm
Handle length: approx. 122 mm
Handle width: approx. 28 mm (max.)
Handle thickness: approx. 23 mm
Weight: approx. 260 g
Grinding: single-sided (for right-handed people)

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Materials used

Blade – core: Shirogami No. 2 (white carbon steel)
Blade - sheath: soft iron
Blade surface: black forged finish

Handle: cherry wood (Sakura)
Ring: plastic ring

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Blade features

The blade is single-sided ground and optimized for fish processing.
The solid construction allows safe work with fish heads and bones.
Shirogami No. 2 carbon steel offers extreme sharpness and very easy sharpening.

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Recommendations for new knives

To achieve maximum performance, we recommend that you gently sharpen the knife on a water stone before using it for the first time.
Shirogami No. 2 responds very well even to fine grinding and quickly reaches optimal sharpness.

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Knife maintenance recommendations

After each use, rinse the knife, dry it thoroughly and store it in a dry place.
For longer storage, we recommend lightly treating the blade with oil intended for knives.

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Warning – carbon steel knives

Carbon steel is not stainless and can darken or rust if not cared for properly.
These changes are natural and do not negatively affect the functionality of the knife.

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Notice

Each piece is hand-forged, dimensions may vary slightly.
Not suitable for dishwasher or dryer.