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Expect reactive carbon steel surfaces to develop a dark patina quickly with regular use. Fairly priced by the name's own market: Motokane runs about $87 across 6 comparable asks, and this asks $72.
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.
Kiritsuke Yanagiba 9" Stainless Steel Sushi Knife Cutting | Used
yanagiba · 225 mm · stainless
Asking
$223
Estimated worth
$223
$248 with shipping
1.0× the asking price · floor $161
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
Polished stainless cladding protects this blade from rust during high-volume prep work, though it requires attention to avoid slip hazards with wet hands. The $223 asking sits close to the $223 that Tojiro typically brings across 8 comparable asks.
Stainless steel alloy keeps sharpening maintenance low for users who dislike carbon patina upkeep. Fairly priced by the name's own market: Tojiro runs about $235 across 7 comparable asks, and this asks $255.
Tojiro Yanagiba Knife 270mm Molybdenum Vanadium Steel Japanese Chef Tool
yanagiba · 270 mm · molybdenum
Asking
$297
Estimated worth
$211
$322 with shipping
0.7× the asking price · floor $161
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
Molybdenum vanadium stainless steel prioritizes stain resistance and ease of sharpening over extreme edge retention. The $297 asking sits close to the $211 that Tojiro typically brings across 5 comparable asks.
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.
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.
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.
Tojiro PRO Yanagiba Sushi Knife 240mm Japanese HighQuality Chef's Tool
yanagiba · 240 mm · stainless
Asking
$450
Estimated worth
$225
$475 with shipping
0.5× the asking price · floor $157
estimated range
identified, moderate confidence
Stainless steel hollow handles offer a hygienic, slip-resistant grip via dimpling, but lack the traditional balance and warmth of wooden wa handles. $450 asks more than the $225 that Tojiro usually commands across 6 comparable asks.
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.
Expect rapid patina formation along the exposed carbon steel edge and bevel during initial use. Fairly priced by the name's own market: Motokane runs about $90 across 8 comparable asks, and this asks $89.
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.
Expect patina within weeks on this bare carbon edge, which protects the steel once stabilized. No real gap here; Motokane typically fetches $119 across 7 comparable asks and this lists at $124.
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.
Expect rapid patina formation on this bare carbon core steel during early use. No real gap here; Motokane typically fetches $61 by its researched range and this lists at $68.
Expect active patina development on this bare carbon core within weeks of regular food preparation. At $68 this Motokane trades right around its $62 norm by its researched range.
Expect rapid patina development on this bare carbon edge during initial use. No real gap here; Motokane typically fetches $65 by its researched range and this lists at $79.
Expect rapid patina formation on this bare carbon core steel during early use. Fairly priced by the name's own market: Motokane runs about $62 by its researched range, and this asks $83.
