Vintage Japanese Deba Knife Set 3x Carbon Steel Made in Japan 1904

Experience Three Vintage Japanese Deba Knives in One Set

This Vintage Japanese Deba Knife Set brings together three fully forged single-bevel carbon steel Deba knives made in Japan - a rare opportunity to acquire a matched set of traditional Japanese fish and poultry knives in one purchase.

The Specs

• Origin: Made in Japan
• Set: 3 Deba knives
• Overall lengths: 280mm / 270mm / 200mm | Blade lengths: 150mm / 140mm / 100mm
• Steel: Carbon steel - fully forged, full tang
• Bevel: Single bevel
• Hardness: 58 HRC
• Handle: Wood
• Weight: approx. 250g total
• Condition: Vintage - one-of-a-kind set

The Deba Set

The Deba is Japan's dedicated fish and poultry knife - thick-spined and single-bevelled for breaking down whole fish, jointing poultry, and separating meat from bone with precision and minimal waste. This set of three spans 100-150mm, covering the full range of Deba work from large fish down to fine detail cuts. Carbon steel at 58 HRC sharpens to a finer, keener edge than stainless and develops a natural patina with use. One-of-a-kind and not available anywhere else.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing to prevent rust
• Apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil to the blades if storing long-term
• Sharpen on the flat (bevel) side only - single-bevel geometry requires whetstone sharpening
• A natural patina will develop with use - this is normal and desirable