Vintage Hisashige Saku Chef's Knife 270mm SK Steel 2302

Experience the Reach of a Master - Hisashige Saku Chef's Knife 270mm in SK Steel

The stamp "Hisashige Saku" - meaning "Made by Hisashige" - marks this as a personally crafted blade. At 270mm in SK carbon tool steel, this is the long-format chef's knife for cooks who work at scale: confident, sweeping cuts through large proteins, whole fish, and big vegetables where a shorter blade would need two passes.

The Specs

• Steel: SK steel (Japanese high-carbon tool steel)
• Style: Chef's knife (Japanese Gyuto / Western-influenced)
• Blade length: 270mm
• Origin: Japan
• Maker: Hisashige (personal maker's stamp)
• Condition: Vintage / second-hand - one-of-a-kind piece

Heritage and Character

The 270mm chef's knife is the professional end of the Japanese knife spectrum - demanding in technique but rewarding in output. SK steel at this length means a blade that sharpens predictably on water stones and holds a working edge through a full service. Hisashige's personal stamp means one maker was responsible for this knife from start to finish: forged, ground, and finished by a single hand. A rare opportunity to own a long-format vintage Japanese chef's knife with genuine provenance.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use to prevent rust
• Hone regularly on a smooth steel or fine ceramic rod
• Sharpen on Japanese water stones (1000/3000 grit)
• Store on a magnetic rack or in a knife roll - never loose in a drawer