{"product_id":"vintage-sakai-sadamune-sashimi-set-knives-carbon-steel-2343","title":"Vintage Sakai Sadamune Yanagiba \u0026 Usuba Knife Set 2343","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExperience two traditional Japanese knife profiles in one vintage set\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Sakai Sadamune-listed set pairs a long yanagiba for drawing slices with an usuba for precise vegetable preparation. The existing listing also states that knife holders are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet contents listed: one 230mm yanagiba and one 180mm usuba; verify both blade measurements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded accessories listed: knife holders; verify their number and condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel listed: carbon steel; grade, cladding and construction not confirmed for either knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandles: material not confirmed for this set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge geometry and handedness: inspect each knife individually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin recorded: Japan; precise maker and workshop not established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: vintage, pre-owned; inspect both blades, handles and holders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHeritage \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe yanagiba's long profile suits smooth drawing cuts through fish, while the usuba profile is intended for detailed vegetable work. The Sadamune name gives this pair its listed identity, but the previous brand history does not establish who made these individual blades or which steel grade they use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash each knife only; never use a dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry immediately after use to help prevent rust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid a honing rod until each edge geometry has been checked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen on suitable water stones following each blade's existing bevel and back; consult a specialist for single-bevel blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore clean and dry with edges protected; check the included holders before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chef \u0026 a Knife","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55673678201123,"sku":"VTG-SAKAI-SADAMUNE-SET-2343","price":270.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0261\/1819\/3230\/files\/0AEBD312-EAFA-4909-BA31-9CCBF2D48847.jpg?v=1791964743","url":"https:\/\/chefandaknife.com.au\/products\/vintage-sakai-sadamune-sashimi-set-knives-carbon-steel-2343","provider":"Chef \u0026 a knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}