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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.
Mono-steel construction features a uniform composition throughout the blade, allowing consistent sharpening performance over its lifespan. This Misono is priced where its market lives, $191 against a $208 typical by its researched range.
Masamoto Sohonten Usuba Japanese Vegetable Kitchen Knife 210mm Used
usuba · 210 mm · carbon
Asking
$145
Estimated worth
$176
$205 with shipping
1.2× the asking price · floor $134
7 comparable listings
identified, moderate confidence
Kasumi finish reveals the soft iron cladding line above the harder carbon steel edge during sharpening. The $145 asking sits close to the $176 that Masamoto Sohonten typically brings across 7 comparable asks.
Tokyo Sugimoto Sujihiki 24cm Western Knife Brim Edge
sujihiki · 240 mm · stainless
Asking
$735
Estimated worth
$443
$760 with shipping
0.6× the asking price · floor $401
estimated range
identification confirmed by hand
Monosteel construction uses a single uniform alloy throughout the entire blade profile. Priced over the name's market: $443 is typical for Sugimoto by its researched range, and this asks $735.
Tokyo Sugimoto S·H·M Steel Ham Slice Knife 36cm Handmade Used
sujihiki · 360 mm · stainless
Asking
$790
Estimated worth
$423
$815 with shipping
0.5× the asking price · floor $383
estimated range
identified, high confidence
Surface pitting and scratches are purely cosmetic blemishes that will not impair slicing performance. Against a $423 norm by its researched range, the $790 on this Sugimoto is optimistic.
Yoshikane SKD 240mm Sujihiki - New Open Box - Free Shipping
sujihiki · 240 mm · skd
Asking
$410
Estimated worth
$295
~0.7× the asking price · floor $200
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
SKD tool steel offers superior edge retention while maintaining moderate stain resistance. Fairly priced by the name's own market: Yoshikane SKD (per the title) runs about $294 by its researched range, and this asks $410.
Professional-grade Tsukiji Aritsugu thin-bladed knife, specially made forged.
usuba · 285 mm · carbon
Asking
$184
Estimated worth
$160
~0.9× the asking price · floor $100
estimated range
identified, high confidence
Single-bevel geometry requires specialized sharpening technique to maintain the flat uraoshi on the reverse side. This 築地有次 (Tsukiji Aritsugu) is priced where its market lives, $184 against a $160 typical by its researched range.
Masamoto Sohonten Kirituke Usuba Japanese Kitchen Knife 170mm with Box
usuba · 170 mm · carbon
Asking
$275
Estimated worth
$180
$370 with shipping
0.7× the asking price · floor $117
7 comparable listings
maker taken from the listing title
San-mai carbon construction pairs a hard reactive edge steel with softer supportive outer cladding for easier sharpening. Masamoto Sohonten (per the title) at $275 sits above its market, roughly $180 typical across 7 comparable asks.
Yu Kurosaki R2(SG2) Japanese Chef's Slicer(Sujihiki) 240m/Wooden knife sheath
sujihiki · 240 mm · sg2
Asking
$330
Estimated worth
$188
~0.6× the asking price · floor $111
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
SG2 powdered stainless steel takes an exceptionally fine edge and retains its sharpness significantly longer than standard kitchen alloys. Typical money for Kurosaki Yu (per the title) is closer to $188 by its researched range, which makes $330 a rich ask.
Original Thin Blade Knife 180mm, Unused, Long Storage Condition
usuba · 180 mm · carbon
Asking
$326
Estimated worth
$191
$351 with shipping
0.6× the asking price · floor $119
7 comparable listings
identified, moderate confidence
San-mai construction pairs a brittle high-performance core with supportive cladding for easier sharpening. The $326 asking runs ahead of the roughly $191 that Masamoto Sohonten normally brings across 7 comparable asks.
Damascus cladding creates distinct decorative patterns over a corrosion-resistant core without altering cutting performance. Against a $198 norm by its researched range, the $500 on this Kurosaki Yu (per the title) is optimistic.
Masamoto Sohonten Kiritsuke Usuba Chef Knife 170mm Buffalo Horn Handle Box Japan
usuba · 170 mm · carbon
Asking
$319
Estimated worth
$180
0.6× the asking price · floor $117
7 comparable listings
identified, high confidence
Single bevel carbon steel requires diligent drying and oiling to prevent active corrosion along the primary grind. Priced over the name's market: $180 is typical for Masamoto Sohonten across 7 comparable asks, and this asks $319.
Aritsugu Tsukiji Japanese Kitchen Usuba Knife 210mm / 375mm + Saya Used
usuba · 210 mm · carbon
Asking
$170
Estimated worth
$139
$230 with shipping
~0.8× the asking price · floor $87
estimated range
identified, high confidence
San-mai carbon construction in a kasumi finish pairs reactive core steel with softer cladding that requires careful drying after use. This 築地有次 (Tsukiji Aritsugu) is priced where its market lives, $170 against a $139 typical by its researched range.
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.
Traditional kasumi construction shows a distinct line where the soft iron cladding meets the hard carbon steel core along the bevel. Market rate, more or less: $73 asked against the $77 that Masamoto Sohonten usually sees across 7 comparable asks.
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.
Active surface oxidation and pitting on the reverse side will require abrasive stone work to stabilize before regular food preparation. The $73 asking sits close to the $80 that Masamoto Sohonten typically brings across 8 comparable asks.
Carbon steel single bevel usuba blades excel at thin vegetable cuts and push-cuttings, though they require careful maintenance to avoid oxidation. At $192 this Masamoto Sohonten (per the title) trades right around its $190 norm across 7 comparable asks.
Kasumi finishes reveal the weld boundary between hard carbon steel and soft iron cladding on traditional single bevels. The $304 asking runs ahead of the roughly $190 that Masamoto normally brings across 8 comparable asks.
