Kitaoka Deba

[wayfarerkitchen804]

I was curious if anyone has any experience using any of the Kitaoka Deba knives? I'm looking to make my first purchase of a Deba and looking at a 210 mm model. Feedback anyone? Also, feel free to pass along any other recommendations. I'm not really looking to spend any more than $350-$400 USD.

Thanks.

 

[knyfeknerd]

What's the size of fish you butcher most often?
I know a lot of the guys here are fond of Mioroshi Deba, which is pretty lengthy. The Kitaoka is short.

 

[wayfarerkitchen804]

Lately, I've been doing a bit of Monkfish and Steelhead Trout. That Mioroshi looks nice, but it's just out of my price range for the moment.

 

[knyfeknerd]

Where are you looking at these knives? (which site?)
Will this be your first single bevel?
Kitaoka and Mioroshi are just different styles of deba, not a brand or model.

 

[wayfarerkitchen804]

Oh! I'm sorry. I forgot to mention I was looking at the Suisin Mioroshi on Korin. Should I pick up a new Deba in the near future, it'll be my second single bevel that I've owned.