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■Hypothetical New Price■
EU: over 240 EUR (plus shipping and import fees)
AU: over 300 AUD (plus shipping and import fees)
US: over 200 USD (plus shipping and import fees)
*All of the above prices are hypothetical estimates that I personally calculated. Actual retail prices may vary depending on the country and legal changes. While some brands or models may adjust prices by market or exchange rates, retail prices are generally set by the manufacturer or seller. These estimates are based on Tojiro, a brand widely sold in many countries, and are provided only as a reference.
■Item Description■
Condition : Very Good (3.0) / Needs Sharpening / No Box
Blade length : 6.7 inches (170mm)
Overall length : 12.2 inches (310mm)
Spine Thickness at Base : 3.4-2.4-1.4mm
Item Weight : 4.9 oz (140g)
Blade Edge : Double-bevel
Construction/Method : 3-layer
Blade Material : Shirogami White #2 Carbon Steel with Soft Iron
HRC : 60-63
Handle Material : Wood
Ferrule : Water buffalo horn (It looks like plastic, but the manufacturer states it is water buffalo horn)
Country/Region of Manufacture : Japan
Others : Not dishwasher-safe
・About this item
This is a Santoku knife manufactured in Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture, one of Japan’s leading cutlery production areas. The core steel is White #2 carbon steel, and the sides are soft iron, so the entire blade is prone to rust. While the chipped heel is a concern, overall wear is minimal.
To be honest, I would like to sharpen this knife myself. However, since it is such a good knife, I thought there might be others who, like me, would prefer to sharpen it themselves. For that reason, I decided to sell it in this condition. If it does not sell, I plan to sharpen it to my preference and resell it.
On the right side of the blade, the engraving reads “Sakai Ichiji.” The sticker attached to the ferrule says “Sakai Hamono” (Sakai Cutlery).
・What is Sakai Ichiji Baba?
“Sakai Ichiji” is a series name, and the actual manufacturer is Baba. Baba was founded in 1916 in Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture. They produce a wide range of kitchen knives, from stainless steel to carbon steel. They are one of the central companies in the Sakai Cutlery Association and are known for their high-end kitchen knives.
・Others
Please note that this knife is prone to rust across the entire blade surface. Be sure to wipe it dry thoroughly after each use, as it will rust quickly if left wet.
