Sakai Uchihamono Gin-san Steel Petty 160mm Like New

This is a petty from Sakai Uchihamono, purchased at a specialty store in Kappabashi, Tokyo. It features a hand-engraved maker's mark and is in like-new condition, having been used only once or twice after purchase.

Overall length: Approx. 28 cm
length: Approx. 16 cm
material: Ginsan Steel (high-grade stainless steel for cutlery)
Origin: Sakai, Osaka
Purchase price: ￥26,000

[About Ginsan Steel]
This is a high-grade stainless steel for cutlery manufactured by Hitachi Metals Yasugi Works. It offers sharpness and edge retention comparable to carbon steel while being resistant to rust. It is a top-class stainless steel favored by professional chefs.

[About Sakai Uchihamono]
Sakai is Japan's premier cutlery production area with over 600 years of history. These traditional crafts are favored by many professional chefs and are finished through hand forging and sharpening by artisans.

[Condition]
Used only 1-2 times in a home environment. There are no chips, rust, warping, or noticeable scratches. It has not been re-sharpened, so please sharpen it to your preference before use.

Please wash with detergent before use. After use, remove any dirt and wipe off moisture. While Ginsan Steel is rust-resistant, leaving it wet for extended periods can cause rust.

Immediate purchase without comment is welcome.
This is a used item, so please only purchase if you understand this.

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