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SUGIMOTO Japanese Gyuto Chef's Kitchen Knife 180 mm
gyuto · 180 mm
Asking
$59
Estimated worth
$170
$84 with shipping
2.9× the asking price · floor $76
14 comparable listings
identification confirmed by hand
Mono construction means the entire blade consists of a single homogenous alloy without a softer outer cladding layer. Market context: Sugimoto around $170 across 14 comparable asks, this example at $59.
Shigefusa Kitaeji Yanagiba 270mm 27cm 10.6" Sashimi Knife Sanjo Used Excellent
yanagiba · 270 mm · carbon
Asking
$1,799
Estimated worth
$1,913
$2,033 with shipping
1.1× the asking price · floor $1,476
5 comparable listings
identified, moderate confidence
At $1,799 this Shigefusa Kitaeji trades right around its $1,913 norm across 5 comparable asks.
Misono 440 Sujihiki Slicing Knife 270mm 27cm Japanese Kitchen Knife Sharp
sujihiki · 270 mm · stainless
Asking
$191
Estimated worth
$208
$236 with shipping
1.1× the asking price · floor $198
estimated range
identified, high confidence
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.
Sugimoto Gyuto 180mm Chef Kitchen knife Japan
gyuto · 180 mm · stainless
Asking
$80
Estimated worth
$157
$105 with shipping
2.0× the asking price · floor $74
11 comparable listings
identified, moderate confidence
Stainless mono construction resists corrosion well and needs minimal upkeep compared to reactive carbon options. This Sugimoto asks $80 where the name's market sits near $157 across 11 comparable asks.
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.
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③ Sugimoto Chinese Chef's Knife
other · 180 mm · carbon
Asking
$189
Estimated worth
$196
1.0× the asking price · floor $117
5 comparable listings
maker taken from the listing title
Carbon steel takes a fine edge easily but will form a reactive patina and requires prompt drying. At $189 this Sugimoto (per the title) trades right around its $196 norm across 5 comparable asks.
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Sugimoto Gyuto 300mm Tokyo Carbon Steel Monosteel Chef Knife Japan
gyuto · 300 mm · carbon
Asking
$193
Estimated worth
$223
$238 with shipping
1.2× the asking price · floor $146
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
Monosteel carbon construction requires immediate drying after use to prevent active rust. Market rate, more or less: $193 asked against the $223 that Sugimoto (per the title) usually sees 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.
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.
Sugimoto 杉本 Japanese PettyChef Kitchen Knife Japan #K595
petty · 155 mm
Asking
$59
Estimated worth
$90
$88 with shipping
1.5× the asking price · floor $57
estimated range
identification confirmed by hand
The gap runs in the buyer's favor: $59 asked, roughly $90 typical for Sugimoto by its researched range.
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.
Misono Japanese Chef Kitchen Knife Stainless Molybdenum Gyuto 180mm No.611 F/S
gyuto · 180 mm · molybdenum
Asking
$65
Estimated worth
$84
$79 with shipping
1.3× the asking price · floor $45
16 comparable listings
identified, high confidence
Molybdenum alloyed stainless steel resists corrosion well and handles acidic ingredients without staining. Fairly priced by the name's own market: Misono runs about $84 across 16 comparable asks, and this asks $65.
TojiroPro Deba Knife for Lefthanded Stainless Steel 65" Sharpened
deba · 165 mm · stainless
Asking
$320
Estimated worth
$128
$345 with shipping
0.4× the asking price · floor $127
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
At $320, this lists above the $128 its own market supports by its researched range.
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.
FujiTora Kitchen Knife Deba 120mm F-634 DP Cobalt Alloy Japan 195464
deba · 120 mm · stainless
Asking
$170
Estimated worth
$119
$263 with shipping
0.7× the asking price · floor $119
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
Stainless san-mai construction combines a stain-resistant exterior with a durable core for easier upkeep. Typical money for Tojiro is closer to $119 by its researched range, which makes $170 a rich ask.
Misono Molybdenum Gyuto Knife 210mm No.512 Made in Japan
gyuto · 210 mm · molybdenum
Asking
$95
Estimated worth
$94
1.0× the asking price · floor $43
16 comparable listings
identified, moderate confidence
Molybdenum stainless steel offers high stain resistance and ease of maintenance for everyday commercial use. No real gap here; Misono typically fetches $94 across 16 comparable asks and this lists at $95.
Shigefusa Kitaeji Yanagiba Sashimi Knife Damascus 270mm Iizuka Tokifusa W/ Saya
yanagiba · 270 mm · carbon
Asking
$2,175
Estimated worth
$1,987
$3,175 with shipping
0.9× the asking price · floor $1,268
5 comparable listings
identified, moderate confidence
Damascus construction reveals complex pattern-welded layers through etching, requiring careful cleaning to preserve the finish. This Shigefusa Kitaeji is priced where its market lives, $2,175 against a $1,987 typical across 5 comparable asks.
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.
Sugimoto Tokyo Yanagiba Sashimi Kitchen Knife 200mm Japanese Culinary Tool
yanagiba · 200 mm · carbon
Asking
$164
Estimated worth
$189
$199 with shipping
1.1× the asking price · floor $110
6 comparable listings
identification confirmed by hand
Carbon steel holds a razor edge easily but demands prompt cleaning to avoid surface oxidation. Sugimoto at $164 is in line with its market, roughly $189 typical across 6 comparable asks.
Misono Stainless Steel Chinese Knife 190mm Unused Kitchen Cutlery
other · 190 mm · stainless
Asking
$168
Estimated worth
$131
$206 with shipping
~0.8× the asking price · floor $73
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
Rectangular Chinese cleaver profiles leverage weight and height for efficient vegetable processing. Market rate, more or less: $168 asked against the $130 that Misono (per the title) usually sees by its researched range.
Sugimoto kitchen knife, blade length approximately 14cm, 3-point rivet handle.
petty · 140 mm
Asking
$134
Estimated worth
$132
~1.0× the asking price · floor $53
estimated range
maker taken from the listing title
Mono construction means the entire blade consists of a single homogenous alloy without a softer outer cladding layer. At $134 this Sugimoto (per the title) trades right around its $132 norm by its researched range.
Sugimoto Yanagiba Slicing Knife 235mm (9.2") Kasumi Ho Wood Used
yanagiba · 235 mm · carbon
Asking
$165
Estimated worth
$167
$200 with shipping
1.0× the asking price · floor $101
6 comparable listings
identification confirmed by hand
Active rust on carbon steel requires abrasive removal before the edge can be properly aligned. Sugimoto at $165 is in line with its market, roughly $167 typical across 6 comparable asks.
Sugimoto Yanagiba Sashimi Knife 205mm Single Bevel Japanese Chef Knife
yanagiba · 205 mm
Asking
$180
Estimated worth
$201
$230 with shipping
1.1× the asking price · floor $115
7 comparable listings
identification confirmed by hand
San-mai construction wraps a hard core steel between softer outer cladding to balance edge retention with easier sharpening. This Sugimoto is priced where its market lives, $180 against a $201 typical across 7 comparable asks.
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Sugimoto Yanagiba Japanese Kitchen Sashimi Knife 230mm / 380mm Sharpened
yanagiba · 230 mm · carbon
Asking
$235
Estimated worth
$217
$315 with shipping
0.9× the asking price · floor $90
6 comparable listings
maker taken from the listing title
Sharpening marks and patina on worn carbon steel indicate prior use requiring progressive stone polishing. Market rate, more or less: $235 asked against the $217 that Sugimoto (per the title) usually sees across 6 comparable asks.
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