Vintage Japanese Knife Set 3x Carbon Steel Japan 2007

Experience a varied selection of vintage Japanese carbon steel blades

This pre-owned three-piece set combines recorded blade lengths of 210mm, 160mm and 150mm, each with a wood handle. The mix of sizes offers longer and compact options for controlled preparation once each knife's profile and condition have been assessed.

The Specs

• Set: three knives
• Blade lengths recorded: 210mm / 160mm / 150mm
• Overall lengths recorded: 340mm / 300mm / 290mm
• Weights recorded, in the same order: approximately 118g / 260g / 107g
• Steel recorded: carbon steel; exact grades not specified
• Handles: wood; species not specified
• Construction previously listed: fully forged, full tang; not independently verified for each knife
• Bevel previously listed: double bevel; individual geometry and edge angles require confirmation
• Individual makers and knife types: not reliably identified
• Origin recorded: Japan
• Condition: vintage, pre-owned
• Blade thickness and hardness: require verification; earlier blanket 0.2mm and 58 HRC figures are not treated as confirmed

Heritage & Use

No individual maker attribution or production date has been established for these three knives. Their differing lengths and recorded weights offer distinct handling characteristics, but specific cutting roles should follow confirmation of each blade's shape and geometry. Earlier claims of a matched set from a golden era, individual inspection and ready-to-use condition are not supported by documented assessments. Carbon steel can develop a natural patina with use and requires prompt drying to help prevent rust.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only; never use a dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use and avoid soaking the wood handles
• Hone only where appropriate for each blade's confirmed edge geometry
• Sharpen on suitable water stones, preserving each knife's existing bevel, or consult a specialist
• Apply a light coat of food-safe oil before extended storage
• Remove active rust rather than treating it as patina
• Store clean and dry with every edge protected