Vintage Kajigen Carbon Steel Deba Knife 150mm 2349

Experience traditional fish preparation with a vintage Kajigen deba

This listed 150mm carbon steel deba brings the broad Japanese fish-knife profile to a compact vintage blade, offering a dedicated format for controlled fish preparation.

The Specs

• Brand or inscription listed: Kajigen
• Knife type: deba
• Blade length listed: 150mm
• Steel listed: carbon steel; exact grade and construction not confirmed
• Handle material, bevel, edge angle and handedness: not confirmed
• Origin recorded: Japan
• Condition: vintage; individual wear has not been documented

Heritage & Use

The Kajigen name is retained from this knife's recorded identification. The deba form is traditionally associated with fish preparation, using controlled cuts rather than general chopping. Its compact 150mm blade offers a manageable format for working around smaller fish. This individual knife's workshop, production era and forging method have not been established, so earlier claims about guild lineage and hand-forging are not presented as fact. Carbon steel requires attentive drying and can develop a natural patina with use.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand wash only; never use a dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use to help prevent rust
• Avoid honing rods until the existing edge geometry is confirmed
• Sharpen on suitable water stones following the existing bevel, or consult a specialist
• Store clean and dry with the edge protected