Sakai Takayuki Shirogami 2 Kasumi Deba 165mm
A proper Sakai deba: thick spine, single bevel, White #2 carbon core. This is the knife for taking a whole fish apart without a bandsaw, and Sakai is where the best ones are still ground.
- Shirogami 2 carbon core with soft iron backing (kasumi), about HRC 62
- Single bevel, right-handed as standard; left-handed on request
- 165 mm handles most fish a home cook will buy whole
Specifications
| Blade length | 165 mm |
|---|---|
| Steel | Shirogami 2 (White #2) carbon, soft iron clad |
| Hardness | about HRC 62 |
| Handle | D-shaped magnolia with buffalo horn ferrule |
| Weight | about 240 g |
| Bevel | Single bevel (right-handed standard) |
| Made in | Sakai, Osaka |
| Steel family | Shirogami 2 |
| Knife type | Deba Knife (出刃) |
Who this knife is for
Best for breaking down whole fish, traditional single-bevel work, home sushi. Read what a deba knife does well and badly on the deba knife page, and what to expect from Shirogami 2 steel in daily use.
Shipping, duties and returns
Ships from Tokyo by DHL, FedEx or Japan Post EMS, tracked and insured, in three to ten days. The price includes US import duty; you will not be asked to pay anything on delivery. This is a carbon steel knife: it ships lightly oiled and wrapped, and needs to be wiped dry after use. If a knife arrives damaged we replace it. Details on the shipping and duties page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the delivered price of the Sakai Takayuki Shirogami 2 Kasumi Deba 165mm?
Between $190 and $260 to a US address, including shipping and US import duty. The exact figure depends on the yen rate and stock on the day; we confirm it before you pay.
Is this knife in stock?
We buy each knife in Japan after you confirm the quote, from the maker or their wholesaler. Most ship within two business days. If the maker is out of stock we tell you the lead time before you pay.
Can I get this single-bevel knife left-handed?
Yes, made to order by the smith, usually two to six weeks. Left-handed versions cost more because they are ground individually.