SOLD $200 and Under Part 1: Kochi, Y Tanaka, S Tanaka, Ohishi Hiraki

[dehory]

The purge continues. I got all of these at terrific prices, and passing it on.

Buy all 3 gyutos and I'll throw in the hiraki for free.

Knife	Trade Value / Sale Value	Specs
Y Tanaka 'Shironiko' W2 210	$160 / $180 SOLD	195mm x 43mm / 136g
S Tanaka Nashiji G3 210	$170 / $190 SOLD	208mm x 49mm / 163g
Kochi KU V2 240	$180 / $200 SOLD	240mm x 51mm / 185g
Ohishi Hiraki 165	$80 / $90 SOLD	166mm x 36mm / 121g

Sale price includes PP G&S fees. Sale value based on my purchase price.

For buyers interested in fee-free payment methods, I’ll offer the knives at the discounted trade value shown above.

Either way, fully insured/tracked CONUS shipping is included. Open to shipping internationally and can cover the first $15; PM and we can discuss.

Mainly looking to sell, but possible trade interests are listed in the spoiler below (fairly specific as I'm looking to narrow down my knives):

Spoiler

• Gesshin Heiji Semi Stainless 210 suji (only the JKI version, not direct from Heiji) kind of really want one of these
• Gesshin Heiji Semi Stainless 240 gyuto (only the JKI version, not direct from Heiji)
• Shi.Han anything in KU AEB-L (especially 150-210)
• Dalman anything in AEB-L (especially 150-210)
• Spåre bread sword
• Gengetsu 240
• Konosuke MM 240 or 270 in any steel
• One of those cute 120 ryoba debas by Shiro Kunimitsu or Ikenami sold by KnifeJapan

Sakai Kikumori/Yoshikazu Tanaka ‘Shironiko’ 210 gyuto

Trade value: $160 / Sale value: $180

Blacksmith: Yoshikazu Tanaka
Sharpener: Tomoyuki Ajioka
Steel: Shirogami 2 kasumi
Edge Length: 195mm
Heel Height: 43.5mm
Thickness of spine at handle / heel / midpoint / 1cm from tip: 2.8mm / 2.6mm / 2.1 / 0.8mm
Weight: 136g
Handle: Zelkova + red pakkawood
Purchased for $200 from Sbuckel (first owner): SOLD - Y. Tanaka kikumori w2 210 gyuto
Retail link: Sakai Kikumori Yoshikazu Tanaka Shironiko Kasumi Gyuto 210mm

Lightly used with some scuffs and scratches on the blade. Sharpened, but AFAIK never thinned by previous owner. Unused and unsharpened by me. Includes original packaging.

Is there a cheaper way to try Y Tanaka steel? Very nice F&F and balance.

For an extra $15, I'll include a (slightly oversized but secure) birch saya.



S Tanaka 210 Ginsan Nashiji gyuto

Trade value: $170 / Sale value: $190

Blacksmith: Shigeki Tanaka
Sharpener: Unknown
Steel: Ginsan/Stainless Clad
Edge Length: 208mm
Heel Height: 49mm
Thickness of spine at handle / heel / midpoint / 1cm from tip: 3mm / 2.8mm / 2mm / 0.45mm
Weight: 163g
Handle: Amboyna burl + mango bolster
Purchased from Homebutcher for $190 (their link is dead)
K&S retail link: Tanaka Ginsan Nashiji Gyuto 210/ 240/ 270 mm with K&S Teak handle

Used for literally one test cut. Never sharpened/stropped. Includes box.

Exceptional (and perpetually sold out) stainless cutter for the price. Surprisingly tasteful HB custom handle.

For an extra $15, I'll include an ash friction-fit saya.



Kochi KU V2 240

Trade value: $180 / Sale value: $200 SOLD

Blacksmith/sharpener: Toshihiro Wakui (speculative)
Steel: Takefu V2/Iron clad kurouchi
Edge Length: 240mm
Heel Height: 51mm
Thickness of spine at handle / heel / midpoint / 1cm from tip: 4.33mm / 3.65mm / 2.34mm / 1.17mm
Weight: 185g
Handle: Burnt chestnut + black horn
Purchased from timebard for $190: WTT - /WTS: Trade bait 240s - BBxD, Kagekiyo, Kochi, HVB
Retail link: Kochi 240mm Kurouchi Wa-Gyuto

Lightly thinned by previous owner and cuts well. So-so working kasumi. Lightly used and unsharpened by me. Note the wear on the handle. Includes original packaging.

KKF classic (and also always OOS) for a good reason. A great value even at its $270 list price.

For an extra $20, I'll include a friction-fit saya.



Ohishi Hiraki 165

Trade value: $80 / Sale value: $90

Blacksmith/sharpener: Unknown
Steel: Aogami 2/Stainless Clad Tsuchime
Edge Length: 166mm
Heel Height: 36mm
Thickness of spine at heel / midpoint / 1cm from tip: 3.3mm / 2.7mm / 1.4mm
Weight: 121g
Handle: Ebony + Pakkawood ferrule D
Purchased from Yagi Hana: Ohishi Aogami 2, Kurouchi Tsuchime 165mm Hiraki (Utility) Japanese Kitchen Knife

Brand new in box w/ original packaging. Totally unused.

Well-regarded tough utility knife. Search "hiraki" on KKF for reviews. OEM product sold under different brand names (e.g. Seisuke).

Due to shipping costs, I'd give priority if you're buying this one with other knives. Buy all 3 gyutos and I'll throw it in for free.



Note that our post office is closed on the weekends, so mailing out packages will be delayed until Monday if you don't make a purchase before ~12pm on Friday.

 

[xsmx13]

Damn those are some stupid good values. GLWS, not that you'll need it at these prices.

 

[Choppin]

Cool specs on that Sakai Kikumori. IMO 210 Sakai gyutos with lower heel height are super useful, can be used as small gyuto, small slicer, longer petty/utility... GLWS.

 

[ashy2classy]

I take back my statement on my TF thread. That Kochi is a STEAL!