Vintage Sakai Ryujin Funayuki Knife 140mm Carbon Steel 2152

Experience a Blade Built for the Boat - and the Kitchen

This vintage Sakai Ryujin Funayuki 140mm is a single-bevel, fully forged carbon steel knife that has never been used. The funayuki - literally "for the boat" - is one of Japan's most versatile traditional blades, equally at home breaking down fish or handling fine prep work on land.

The Specs

• Brand: Sakai Ryujin
• Steel: Carbon Steel
• Blade length: 140mm
• Bevel: Single bevel
• Handle: Magnolia Wood
• Construction: Fully forged
• Origin: Made in Japan
• Condition: Second hand - never used
• Original box: Included

The Funayuki

Sakai Ryujin is a respected name from Japan's blade capital, producing knives for professional kitchens where edge retention and precision are non-negotiable. The funayuki sits between a deba and a gyuto in character - shorter and more robust than a slicer, but thinner and more agile than a deba. Originally designed for fishermen who needed one knife to do everything on a boat, it has found a permanent place in professional kitchens as a compact, all-purpose blade. At 140mm it is nimble and precise, ideal for breaking down small fish, portioning proteins, or fine vegetable work where a longer blade would feel unwieldy. Single-bevel geometry delivers the edge precision that Japanese professional cookery demands. Carbon steel sharpens to a finer edge than stainless and rewards those who maintain it. Never used, original box included.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing to prevent rust
• Apply a light coat of food-safe oil if storing long-term
• Hone on a whetstone only - no honing rod for single-bevel blades
• Sharpen on a whetstone; professional sharpening recommended for single-bevel geometry
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife roll - never loose in a drawer