Japanese Project Knife Set 2x Carbon Steel Made in Japan 1621

Experience the Craft - Vintage Japanese Carbon Steel Knife Blanks

A rare find for the knife maker or handle-fitting enthusiast - two unfinished vintage Japanese carbon steel knives, no handles, ready for your own custom fit-out. A Deba at 18cm and a Namiri at 17cm, both in carbon steel at 58 HRC, both made in Japan. These are working blanks with genuine Japanese forging behind them - the hard part is already done. All that's left is the handle.

The Specs

• Steel: Carbon steel, 58 HRC
• Handle: None - project knives, handle fitting required
• Knife 1: Deba, 18cm blade
• Knife 2: Namiri, 17cm blade
• Bevel: Single bevel (Deba) / Double bevel (Namiri)
• Origin: Made in Japan
• Condition: Vintage - unfinished, one-of-a-kind set
• Includes: 2x knife blanks

For the Maker - Japanese Steel, Your Handle

Vintage Japanese carbon steel blanks are increasingly hard to find. These knives were forged in Japan and have never been fitted with handles - making them a perfect project for a knife maker, woodworker, or anyone who wants a truly custom Japanese kitchen knife. Carbon steel at 58 HRC takes a razor-keen edge and rewards careful sharpening. The Deba is a specialist fish knife; the Namiri is a versatile all-purpose blade. Fit them with your own handles and you have a pair of genuinely unique Japanese knives.

Care and Maintenance

• Fit handles before use - bare tangs are sharp and unsafe without a handle
• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing to prevent rust
• Apply a light coat of camellia or food-safe mineral oil to the blade
• Sharpen on a whetstone once handles are fitted