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Expect reactive carbon steel surfaces to develop a dark patina quickly with regular use. Fairly priced by the name's own market: Motokane runs about $87 across 6 comparable asks, and this asks $72.
KAI Seki Magoroku Japanese DEBA Knife ST 180mm AK-1103 F/S w/Tracking# Japan New
deba · 180 mm · stainless
Asking
$68
Estimated worth
$103
$82 with shipping
1.5× the asking price · floor $73
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
Polished stainless steel resists corrosion well and requires minimal upkeep compared to traditional carbon alternatives. The gap runs in the buyer's favor: $68 asked, roughly $103 typical for Seki Magoroku across 10 comparable asks.
[NEW] Kai Seki MagorokuHekiju Stainless Yanagiba Sashimi Knife 210mm AK5077 Left
yanagiba · 210 mm · stainless
Asking
$76
Estimated worth
$82
$96 with shipping
1.1× the asking price · floor $78
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
This left-handed single-bevel blade requires specialized sharpening techniques specific to left-hand orientation. Seki Magoroku at $76 is in line with its market, roughly $82 typical by its researched range.
Minamoto Akitada Deba Knife 175mm Hon-Yaki High Carbon Steel Used
deba · 175 mm · carbon
Asking
$531
Estimated worth
$554
$646 with shipping
1.0× the asking price · floor $515
estimated range
identified, high confidence
Honyaki differential hardening creates a rigid single-material blade that demands expert sharpening skill. $531 lands within the normal $554 range for Minamoto Akitada (源昭忠) by its researched range.
Kiritsuke Yanagiba 9" Stainless Steel Sushi Knife Cutting | Used
yanagiba · 225 mm · stainless
Asking
$223
Estimated worth
$223
$248 with shipping
1.0× the asking price · floor $161
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
Polished stainless cladding protects this blade from rust during high-volume prep work, though it requires attention to avoid slip hazards with wet hands. The $223 asking sits close to the $223 that Tojiro typically brings across 8 comparable asks.
Stainless steel alloy keeps sharpening maintenance low for users who dislike carbon patina upkeep. Fairly priced by the name's own market: Tojiro runs about $235 across 7 comparable asks, and this asks $255.
Seki Magoroku Hekiju ST AK-5073 Deba 150mm Left-Handed Kitchen Knife Japan
deba · 150 mm · stainless
Asking
$70
Estimated worth
$98
$118 with shipping
1.4× the asking price · floor $70
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
Left-handed san-mai construction requires specific bevel orientation during sharpening to preserve performance. Seki Magoroku generally trades near $98 across 10 comparable asks; this listing wants $70.
Tojiro Yanagiba Knife 270mm Molybdenum Vanadium Steel Japanese Chef Tool
yanagiba · 270 mm · molybdenum
Asking
$297
Estimated worth
$211
$322 with shipping
0.7× the asking price · floor $161
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
Molybdenum vanadium stainless steel prioritizes stain resistance and ease of sharpening over extreme edge retention. The $297 asking sits close to the $211 that Tojiro typically brings across 5 comparable asks.
Seki Magoroku Ibuki Kai Deba Japanese Knife 150mm 5.9" Stainless Sharpened
deba · 150 mm · stainless
Asking
$108
Estimated worth
$108
$133 with shipping
1.0× the asking price · floor $70
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
Stainless san-mai construction offers corrosion resistance on the outer cladding while simplifying routine maintenance. This Seki Magoroku is priced where its market lives, $108 against a $108 typical across 10 comparable asks.
Seki Magoroku Kinju Deba Knife KAI Stainless Steel 150mm AK1101 Japan New Box
deba · 150 mm · stainless
Asking
$108
Estimated worth
$108
$133 with shipping
1.0× the asking price · floor $70
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
Monosteel stainless construction offers straightforward maintenance and high resistance to kitchen moisture. Fairly priced by the name's own market: Seki Magoroku runs about $108 across 10 comparable asks, and this asks $108.
Honyaki construction yields a differentially hardened blade with extreme edge retention, though straightening requires expert skill. No real gap here; Minamoto Akitada (源昭忠) typically fetches $907 by its researched range and this lists at $1,010.
Expect rapid patina development on this reactive carbon steel edge during initial kitchen use. $111 lands within the normal $112 range for Motokane across 5 comparable asks.
Expect rapid patina formation along the exposed carbon steel edge and bevel during initial use. Fairly priced by the name's own market: Motokane runs about $90 across 8 comparable asks, and this asks $89.
Expect reactive carbon staining along the bevel and kurouchi flats during initial use until a stable patina develops. Market rate, more or less: $122 asked against the $121 that Motokane usually sees by its researched range.
Expect quick patina development on the reactive carbon edge of this laminated blade. $256 lands within the normal $256 range for Motokane across 5 comparable asks.
Expect reactive patina formation quickly along the exposed carbon core edge during vegetable prep. The $256 asking sits close to the $256 that Motokane typically brings by its researched range.
Expect rapid patina formation on this bare carbon core steel during initial kitchen use. No real gap here; Motokane typically fetches $128 by its researched range and this lists at $144.
Patina will develop rapidly across the exposed carbon steel core during vegetable prep. Fairly priced by the name's own market: Motokane (per the title) runs about $260 by its researched range, and this asks $289.
Expect patina within weeks on this bare carbon edge, which protects the steel once stabilized. No real gap here; Motokane typically fetches $119 across 7 comparable asks and this lists at $124.
Patina will develop rapidly across the reactive carbon steel core during vegetable prep. Fairly priced by the name's own market: Motokane runs about $272 across 6 comparable asks, and this asks $328.
Expect reactive patina to develop quickly along the exposed carbon core road of this single bevel blade. The $60 asking sits close to the $62 that Seki Magoroku typically brings by its researched range.
Expect rapid patina formation on this bare carbon core steel during early use. No real gap here; Motokane typically fetches $61 by its researched range and this lists at $68.
Expect active patina development on this bare carbon core within weeks of regular food preparation. At $68 this Motokane trades right around its $62 norm by its researched range.
