Sakai Takumi Ajimasa Deba – Yasuki White Steel #2 (Shirogami #2) Left-Handed Hongasumi Finish Japanese Deba Knife (Left-Handed Model)
This Sakai Takumi Ajimasa Deba is crafted from Yasuki White Steel #2 (Shirogami #2), a high-purity Japanese carbon steel known for exceptional sharpness and ease of sharpening. It is designed as a left-handed single-bevel knife intended for professional use, making it suitable for traditional Japanese fish preparation.
Left-handed Deba knives require specialized forging and sharpening processes, resulting in significantly lower production volume and higher craftsmanship demands. This makes them typically priced 30–50% higher than standard right-handed versions.
Its thick blade is designed for fish butchery tasks such as cutting through fish heads, bones, and filleting with stability and control.
The handle is made from Magnolia wood with a Buffalo horn bolster, offering durability and a traditional Japanese balance.
Compared to Blue Steel, White Steel provides superior sharpness potential and easier sharpening, making it ideal for chefs who prioritize precision and control.
| Brand | Sakai Takumi Ajimasa 堺匠味正 |
| Blade Type | Deba Knife/Single bevel for Left Handed |
| Blade Material | Yasuki White Steel(Shirogami) #2 |
| Model | DWL Series |
| Blade Length |
150 mm/5.9" |
| Handle | Octagonal Japanese Magnolia Wood |
| Bolster | Buffalo Horn *Color may vary due to natural products |
| Option | Wooden Saya Cover & Ebony Saya Pin |
| Remarks | For professional use, sharpening with a whetstone before first use is recommended. The blade is pre-sharpened but traditionally refined by users according to preference. |
*Definition of Blade Length :the Length from top edge of the blade to the end.
** This is made of Carbon Steel, not Stainless Steel. Please be sure to keep DRY after use or it may get rust.
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