Vintage Sakai Ryujin Gyuto Knife 180mm Carbon Steel 2154

Experience the Three-Virtue Blade from One of Sakai's FinestThis vintage Sakai Ryujin Santoku 170mm is a single-bevel, fully forged carbon steel knife that has never been used. The santoku - meaning "three virtues" - handles meat, fish, and vegetables with equal authority, and this one has been waiting in its original box for the kitchen that will finally put it to work.The Specs Brand: Sakai Ryujin Steel: Carbon Steel Blade length: 170mm Bevel: Single bevel Handle: Magnolia Wood Construction: Fully forged Origin: Made in Japan Condition: Second hand - never used Original box: Included The SantokuSakai Ryujin is a respected name from Japan's blade capital, producing knives for professional kitchens where edge retention and precision are non-negotiable. The santoku is Japan's most versatile all-purpose knife - shorter and flatter than a gyuto, with a sheepsfoot tip that keeps the edge in full contact with the board through every stroke. At 170mm it is the ideal size for home and professional use alike: long enough to handle most tasks in a single pass, compact enough to stay precise and controlled. Single-bevel geometry is unusual for a santoku and marks this as a professional-grade blade - ground to one side only for a level of edge precision that double-bevel knives cannot match. Carbon steel sharpens to a finer edge than stainless and develops a patina with use. The magnolia wood handle is lightweight and traditional. Never used, original box included.Care and Maintenance Hand wash only - never dishwasher Dry immediately after washing to prevent rust Apply a light coat of food-safe oil if storing long-term Hone on a whetstone only - no honing rod for single-bevel blades Sharpen on a whetstone; professional sharpening recommended for single-bevel geometry Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife roll - never loose in a drawer