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天然砥石 丸尾山 白巣板 極上 といし 京都産 包丁 鑿 鉋 ナイフ 仕上げ 長さ18.2cm 幅6.6cm 厚み2.0cm
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Asking
$183
Estimated worth
$320
listed at ¥30,000
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identified, moderate confidence
Against the $320 that 丸尾山砥石 (Maruoyama Toishi) typically brings by its researched range, the $183 asking reads cheap.
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Henckels Zwilling Kramer Euroline Stainless Damascus 7" Fine Edge Santoku Knife
santoku · 178 mm · stainless
Asking
$330
Estimated worth
$340
$340 with shipping
1.0× the asking price · floor $334
estimated range
identified, high confidence
Damascus cladding offers decorative surface patterns without altering the underlying cutting performance. Fairly priced by the name's own market: Bob Kramer (Kramer by Zwilling) runs about $340 by its researched range, and this asks $330.
Fujiwara Teruyasu Santoku Knife Black Tan Handle 18cm New Unused
santoku · 180 mm · carbon
Asking
$339
Estimated worth
$383
$377 with shipping
1.1× the asking price · floor $302
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
Honyaki construction requires expert sharpening due to the immense hardness of a single quenched material without softer cladding. $339 lands within the normal $383 range for Fujiwara Teruyasu (per the title) by its researched range.
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天然砥石 正本山合砥 蓮華巣板 二級品 875ｇ 仕上げ砥石 ／ 鉋鑿鋸剃刀包丁京都天然砥石組合
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Current bid
$82
Estimated worth
$155
listed at ¥13,500
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A null priced a little low. Worth a look. Closes within a day.
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Teruyasu Fujiwara Santoku knife black tan handle blade kitchen brand new Japan
santoku · 170 mm
Asking
$336
Estimated worth
$377
$416 with shipping
1.1× the asking price · floor $298
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
San-mai construction wraps a hard core steel between softer outer layers to improve overall toughness while maintaining a sharp edge. At $336 this Fujiwara Teruyasu (per the title) trades right around its $377 norm by its researched range.
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Japanese Santoku 165㎜ Damascus by Makoto Kurosaki From Japan VG7
santoku · 165 mm · stainless
Asking
$280
Estimated worth
$274
$380 with shipping
1.0× the asking price · floor $264
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
Damascus cladding creates alternating surface patterns over a stainless core that resists corrosion without requiring special maintenance. $280 lands within the normal $274 range for Makoto Kurosaki (per the title) by its researched range.
Japanese Santoku② 165㎜ Damascus by Makoto Kurosaki From Japan VG7
santoku · 165 mm · stainless
Asking
$280
Estimated worth
$274
$380 with shipping
1.0× the asking price · floor $264
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
Pattern-welded damascus cladding exposes multiple steel layers that etch differently depending on acid exposure. No real gap here; Makoto Kurosaki (per the title) typically fetches $274 by its researched range and this lists at $280.
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Japanese Santoku 165㎜ 木霊(Kodama) Damascus by Makoto Kurosaki From Japan VG10W
santoku · 165 mm · vg10
Asking
$350
Estimated worth
$280
$420 with shipping
0.8× the asking price · floor $266
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
VG10 stainless steel holds a sharp edge well while remaining resistant to staining and rust during everyday kitchen tasks. The $350 asking sits close to the $280 that Makoto Kurosaki (per the title) typically brings by its researched range.
Sugimoto 杉本 Santoku Japanese Chef Kitchen Knife Japan #K599
santoku · 175 mm · carbon
Asking
$69
Estimated worth
$114
$98 with shipping
1.7× the asking price · floor $70
estimated range
identification confirmed by hand
Patina and surface scratches are normal cosmetic developments on reactive carbon steel and do not impair cutting performance. At $69, this Sugimoto lists below the roughly $114 its market carries by its researched range.
Sugimoto 杉本 Santoku Japanese Chef Kitchen Knife Japan #K592
santoku · 180 mm · stainless
Asking
$79
Estimated worth
$108
$108 with shipping
1.4× the asking price · floor $75
estimated range
identification confirmed by hand
Stainless steel provides corrosion resistance and low maintenance for everyday kitchen tasks. There is daylight between the $79 asked here and the $108 that Sugimoto usually commands by its researched range.
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Unused Shun Premier 8 inch Kiritsuke Japanese Chef's Knife
kiritsuke · 200 mm · stainless
Asking
$180
Estimated worth
$149
~0.8× the asking price · floor $87
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
Damascus cladding over stainless core steel provides pattern aesthetics while maintaining corrosion resistance. No real gap here; Kai Shun typically fetches $149 by its researched range and this lists at $180.
Masamoto Sohonten Santoku Kitchen Knife 180mm Tsuba Bolster Culinary Tool Japan
santoku · 180 mm
Asking
$274
Estimated worth
$253
$329 with shipping
~0.9× the asking price · floor $188
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
No real gap here; Masamoto KS typically fetches $253 by its researched range and this lists at $274.
Sugimoto 杉本 Santoku Japanese Chef Kitchen Knife Japan #K615
santoku · 180 mm · carbon
Asking
$70
Estimated worth
$83
$99 with shipping
1.2× the asking price · floor $58
estimated range
identification confirmed by hand
Mono carbon steel takes a very keen edge easily but will develop a reactive patina and requires prompt drying. At $70 this Sugimoto trades right around its $83 norm by its researched range.
ZWILLING Bob Kramer Euro Stainless Steel Santoku Knife 180mm Damascus 34897-181
santoku · 180 mm · stainless
Asking
$455
Estimated worth
$350
$612 with shipping
0.8× the asking price · floor $339
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
Damascus cladding reveals striking layered patterns through etching, though the underlying stainless core behaves like any standard kitchen alloy. Bob Kramer (Kramer by Zwilling) (per the title) at $455 is in line with its market, roughly $350 typical by its researched range.
Sugimoto Santoku Knife 20cm Japanese All-Purpose Kitchen Knife Used Honed
santoku · 200 mm
Asking
$155
Estimated worth
$178
$190 with shipping
1.1× the asking price · floor $106
estimated range
identification confirmed by hand
Mono construction means the entire blade consists of a single homogenous alloy without a softer outer cladding layer. This Sugimoto is priced where its market lives, $155 against a $178 typical by its researched range.
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Nigara Hamono 165mm Kiritsuke Aogami Super Wenge Wood Handle Brand New
kiritsuke · 165 mm · aogami-super
Asking
$299
Estimated worth
$253
$311 with shipping
~0.8× the asking price · floor $126
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
Aogami Super offers extreme edge retention due to added tungsten and vanadium, though it demands vigilant care against rust. This Nigara (per the title) is priced where its market lives, $299 against a $253 typical by its researched range.
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Shun Classic 8" Kiritsuke Knife, Handcrafted Japanese Kitchen Knife for Professi
kiritsuke · 200 mm · stainless
Asking
$128
Estimated worth
$74
~0.6× the asking price · floor $44
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
This profile features a flat edge and reverse tanto tip designed for push cuts and slicing herbs rather than traditional single bevel master butchery. Kai Shun at $128 sits above its market, roughly $74 typical by its researched range.
Sakai Takayuki Homura Aogami #2 Japanese Chef Knife 214mm with Saya Blue Steel H
santoku · 214 mm · aogami2
Asking
$499
Estimated worth
$263
~0.5× the asking price · floor $166
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
Blue paper steel takes an exceptionally sharp, durable edge but requires diligent drying and oiling to prevent rust on the reactive bevel. Sakai Takayuki Homura (per the title) at $499 sits above its market, roughly $263 typical by its researched range.
Masamoto Sohonten Kama Kiritsuke Japanese Chef Knife 300mm w/Box
kiritsuke · 300 mm · carbon
Asking
$450
Estimated worth
$263
$610 with shipping
~0.6× the asking price · floor $175
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
Kasumi finish reveals the weld line between soft iron cladding and hard carbon steel through contrasting finishes. $450 asks more than the $263 that Masamoto Sohonten (per the title) usually commands by its researched range.
Yoshikane Santoku Knife 170mm Pure Japanese Steel Hand Forged Culinary Tool Used
santoku · 170 mm · carbon
Asking
$358
Estimated worth
$248
$443 with shipping
~0.7× the asking price · floor $168
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
Forging marks left intact on the upper flat protect against deep scratching and hide minor wear. Typical money for Yoshikane SKD (per the title) is closer to $248 by its researched range, which makes $358 a rich ask.
Fujiwara Teruyasu Santoku Kitchen Knife 180mm 7.1 inch Hand Forge Unused Japan
santoku · 180 mm · carbon
Asking
$799
Estimated worth
$449
$903 with shipping
~0.6× the asking price · floor $245
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
The seller wants $799 where Fujiwara Teruyasu typically sees $449 by its researched range.
Takamura Tsuchime 170mm Japanese Santoku Knife - VG10 Stainless Steel
santoku · 170 mm · vg10
Asking
$145
Estimated worth
$97
~0.7× the asking price · floor $58
estimated range
identified, high confidence
VG10 stainless steel core allows for a fine, durable edge while resisting corrosion with minimal maintenance. Takamura Hamono at $145 sits above its market, roughly $97 typical by its researched range.
Zwilling Bob Kramer MEIJI Santoku Knife 18cm 7 inch Damascus New with Box
santoku · 180 mm · stainless
Asking
$600
Estimated worth
$350
$800 with shipping
0.6× the asking price · floor $339
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
Damascus cladding offers decorative surface patterns without altering the underlying cutting performance. Typical money for Bob Kramer (Kramer by Zwilling) (per the title) is closer to $350 by its researched range, which makes $600 a rich ask.
Zwilling Bob Kramer 18cm Santoku Knife Damascus Collection Euroline From Japan
santoku · 180 mm · stainless
Asking
$1,386
Estimated worth
$377
$1,405 with shipping
0.3× the asking price · floor $341
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
Damascus cladding creates a decorative patterned exterior over a core steel without altering baseline cutting performance. Bob Kramer (Kramer by Zwilling) at $1,386 sits above its market, roughly $377 typical across 5 comparable asks.
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