Vintage Japanese Deba Knife 150mm Made in Japan Carbon Steel 1555

Experience the Mastery of a Japanese Deba Knife

A beautifully preserved vintage Japanese deba - single bevel, carbon steel, magnolia handle, and the thick spine geometry that has made this knife Japan's go-to for whole fish butchery since the Edo period. At 150mm, this is the workhorse size - heavy enough to behead and portion, nimble enough for filleting. One-of-a-kind, curated for the serious cook or collector who appreciates a knife built for a specific purpose and built to last.

The Specs

• Steel: Carbon steel, 58 HRC
• Bevel: Single bevel
• Style: Fully forged, full tang
• Blade length: 150mm
• Blade thickness: 8.8mm
• Overall length: 290mm
• Handle: Magnolia wood
• Weight: Approx. 200g
• Origin: Made in Japan
• Condition: Vintage - one-of-a-kind

The Deba - Japan's Fish Knife

The deba's thick spine absorbs the force of cutting through fish heads and bones, while the single bevel edge produces clean, precise fillets by riding along the skeleton. Carbon steel at 58 HRC takes a keener edge than stainless and rewards regular whetstone maintenance with performance that improves over time. The magnolia handle keeps the balance forward, exactly where a deba needs it. This is a knife with a clear purpose - and it does that purpose exceptionally well.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing to prevent rust
• Apply a light coat of camellia or food-safe mineral oil after each use
• Sharpen on a whetstone - single bevel, flat face only
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife roll - avoid loose drawers