Sakai Shigekatsu Deba 165mm Shirogami no. 2 Single-sided cut

Product description

A single-sided sharpened knife exclusively for right-handed people.

This traditional Japanese Deba kitchen knife is handmade by master craftsmen in the Sakai region, considered the cradle of Japanese cutlery. The Deba is a robust, single-edged knife designed primarily for fish processing - from slicing to filleting to separating heads. However, thanks to its construction, it can also be used for preparing meat and poultry.

The blade is made of Shirogami No. 2 (White Steel No. 2) carbon steel, which is known for its exceptionally fine edge, high sharpness and very easy sharpening. The core is lined with soft iron , which increases the toughness of the blade and simplifies blade maintenance. Despite the knife's robust construction and higher weight, it is well balanced and feels sure and stable when working.

The single-sided sharpening is designed for right-handed people and allows for precise, controlled cutting with minimal damage to the structure of the raw material. This model is suitable not only for home cooks, but also for beginners who want to enter the world of traditional Japanese carbon steel knives.

The handle is made of magnolia wood , which is light, pleasant to the hand and traditionally used in Japanese work knives. The plastic mouth protects the joint between the blade and the handle from moisture and extends the life of the knife.

---

Knife category

This knife belongs to the category of standard Japanese knives , which are made using traditional methods, but are not limited edition or unique one-off pieces. It is a long-term available model designed for regular use in the kitchen.

Knife type: Deba (single-sided sharpened fish knife)
Country of origin: Made in Japan

---

Knife specifications

Total length: approx. 310 mm
Blade length: approx. 165 mm
Blade width: approx. 50 mm (at the heel)
Blade thickness: approx. 6.5 mm
Handle length: approx. 125 mm
Weight: approx. 270 g
Sharpening: single-sided (for right-handed people)

---

Materials used

Blade – core: Shirogami No. 2 (White Steel No. 2, carbon steel)
Blade - sheath: soft iron

Handle: magnolia wood
Handle mouth: plastic

---

Blade features

The blade offers very high sharpness and a precise cut in one stroke.
The robust construction and higher weight help when cutting fish and working with bones.
Shirogami No. 2 allows for easy sharpening and quick edge recovery.

---

Recommendations for new knives

To achieve maximum sharpness, we recommend that you gently sharpen the knife on a whetstone before using it for the first time.
For single-sided sharpened knives, it is important to maintain the original geometry of the cut.

---

Knife maintenance recommendations

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

---

Warning – carbon steel knives

Carbon steel is not stainless and may darken or develop a patina over time.
These changes are natural and do not negatively affect the functionality or sharpness of the knife.

---

Notice

Not suitable for dishwashers or dryers, as high temperatures and chemicals can damage the blade and handle.

The knife is not intended for cutting frozen foods, hard bones or other extremely hard ingredients outside of normal fish processing.

The single-sided sharpening is intended exclusively for right-handed people.