{"title":"Deba","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop Japanese Deba knives designed for traditional fish preparation, filleting and butchery. Known for their thick, heavy blades and strong single-bevel edges, Deba knives are ideal for breaking down whole fish, cutting through small bones and making precise, controlled cuts. Discover high-quality Japanese Deba knives crafted for professional chefs, sushi preparation and serious home cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"xn-tsunehisa-deba-180mm-aus-8-stainless-steel-rosewood-handle-ce32b","title":"Tsunehisa Deba 180mm – AUS-8 Stainless Steel | Rosewood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTsunehisa Deba 180mm – AUS-8 Stainless Steel | Rosewood Wa Handle\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChosen by Sharp Knives Malta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Japanese fish butchery with the practicality of stainless steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTsunehisa Deba 180mm\u003c\/strong\u003e is a robust Japanese fish knife designed for breaking down whole fish with precision and confidence. Combining the traditional Deba profile with durable \u003cstrong\u003eAUS-8 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e and a beautifully finished rosewood wa handle, it delivers the strength needed for fish preparation while remaining easy to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a professional chef, an angler processing your catch, or a home cook who regularly prepares seafood, this is a dependable tool built for the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTsunehisa knives are produced by skilled Japanese craftsmen, blending traditional knife-making techniques with modern stainless steels to create practical, high-performance kitchen tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Deba remains one of the most important knives in Japanese cuisine, trusted for generations to process whole fish efficiently and accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect 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appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps protect the blade surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighlights the hand-forged character of the knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo two blades are exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMagnolia Wa Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife is fitted with a traditional \u003cstrong\u003emagnolia wood wa handle\u003c\/strong\u003e and black resin ferrule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent blade control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Japanese aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy replacement if required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts lightweight construction naturally shifts the balance towards the blade, improving control during fish 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Following his retirement and eventual passing, no more knives bearing his craftsmanship would ever be made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstimated to be \u003cstrong\u003eover 30 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is more than a kitchen knife—it's an authentic piece of Japanese blade-making heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Knife Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Japanese fish preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional sushi and seafood chefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of handmade Japanese knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts seeking genuine New Old Stock blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who appreciates authentic Japanese craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandmade by Master Imai\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery knife was individually forged using traditional Japanese techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike modern production knives, each blade reflects the personal craftsmanship, skill, and attention to detail of a single master smith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, knives like this are becoming increasingly difficult to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShirogami #2 – Pure Carbon Steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged from \u003cstrong\u003eWhite #2 (Shirogami #2)\u003c\/strong\u003e carbon steel, one of Japan's purest and most respected traditional knife steels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eextraordinary sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexceptionally clean cutting feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeffortless sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoutstanding edge refinement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many traditional craftsmen, White #2 remains the benchmark for pure cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Hand-Laminated Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hard carbon steel core is protected by softer outer steel using traditional laminated construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis creates a blade that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esupports the ultra-hard cutting edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eimproves durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eabsorbs shock more effectively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereflects classic Japanese forging methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMioroshi Deba Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMioroshi Deba\u003c\/strong\u003e bridges the gap between a traditional Deba and a Yanagiba.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts slightly longer, slimmer profile makes it ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebreaking down whole fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efilleting medium-sized fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecutting through fish heads and small bones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eportioning fish for sashimi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt offers remarkable versatility while maintaining the strength expected from a Deba.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Ura\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautifully executed \u003cstrong\u003eura\u003c\/strong\u003e (concave hollow grind) is a defining feature of high-quality single-bevel Japanese knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt helps to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereduce friction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eimprove food release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincrease slicing precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esimplify sharpening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-finished ura is one of the hallmarks of traditional Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRestored for the Next Generation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure many more decades of service, the knife has been fitted with a new traditional handle featuring:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHo (Magnolia) wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuffalo horn ferrule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result preserves the knife's authentic character while providing the comfort and balance expected from a premium Japanese knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Beauty of New Old Stock\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this knife has been stored for decades, you may notice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elight patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall surface marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esubtle signs of age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are \u003cstrong\u003enot defects\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are part of the knife's history and proof of its authenticity. 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