Deba White Steel #2 Kasumi Buffalo Magnolia Handle 165mm (6.5”)

SKU: H170 ISBN: H170
324,00 €

Shape: Deba

White Steel #2/Shirogami No.2 Buffalo Magnolia Handle series

4 similar shapes

Deba is a sturdy fish knife with a solid and thick blade. The blade doesn't bend even if force is applied. It is often used to remove large fish scales, handle the bones, open the back of the fish, and cut the bones. The blade's thickness and weight can help to cut off fish heads without damaging the blade, as well as the small bones of chicken.

Shirogami No.2 has minimal impurities and a very fine grain structure, so it is ideal for fine cutting tools such as Japanese traditional-style knives. Despite being a ‘simple’ carbon steel, Shirogami No.2 has very good edge retention and it is also very easy to re-sharpen. Recommended for first-time users of Japanese traditional-style knives.Traditional Kasumi polished finish. Kasumi roughly translated to “mist” or “cloud” and refers to the hazy appearance of the soft steel/iron cladding, in contrast to the fine polished cutting edge. This elegant finish is very common on traditional style Japanese blades.

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Blade Material: White Steel #2/Shirogami No.2
Blade HRC: 61~63
Blade Finish: Kasumi
Blade Type: Single-edged
Blade Length: 165mm
Blade Thickness:
Total Length:
Handle Length:
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Handle: Buffalo Magnolia Handle
Origin: Sakai City in Osaka Prefecture
Availability Sheath: Yes(Choosing the fit sheath)

Please do not use the knife in a twisting motion.

Please use the correct knife when cutting bone, frozen or hard items.

Please note that the images are of the sample products. Colour, weight, pattern and size can differ as each product is handmade.

Please use a soft plastic or wooden cutting board to protect the blades edge.

Please don't heat or cool rapidly as it may change the structure of the steel.

Please don't hesitate to contact us for further enquiries.

*The box shown in the pictures is for illustration purposes only. The actual packaging you receive may vary.

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We collaborate with traditional craftsmen across Japan, preserving and passing down centuries of artisanal expertise with every blade. Our mission is to keep these skills alive for future generations.

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Designed with usability in mind — from blade length to handle finish — our knives are tested and refined to suit global culinary styles.

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Gordon

Excellent price/quality value

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Giovanni

This is by far the best knife that I have ever used.

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David

Great purchase experience and great knife!

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AUSTIN

Fantastic knife nicely weighted looks great

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Roman

This is my 3rd knife from Musashi, and I'm very please with all of them. This knife is very well balanced, and insanely comfortable. Aside than having a beautiful and unique design, its performance is excellent. I absolutely recommend this blade!!

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Elise

I’m having a lot of fun breaking down fish and poultry with my new Deba. I’ve also used it for vegetable cutting with great results, it feels good in my hand, has a nice weight, and keeps a great edge. I look forward to seeing how to patina builds up on the blade. Beautiful knife!

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Victor

Wonderful always great to work with.

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Sebastian

I’ve been using this knife almost everyday for butchering meat and fish and it’s able to maintain its sharpness very well. The handle is a perfect fit for hands which are pretty big

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Léo

Beautiful knives. Night as a gift. Recipient was thrilled. We will be Adding to this collection, for sure.

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Josephine
Great knife

The knife is quite heavy, the wire lacks finesse but the finish is good.
Safe value for the price for every day

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John
One of the most impressive looking knives I've seen

Incredible knife. Heavy and well made. A real show stopper!

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Sapguy
Killer Deba

I just opened , and it’s gonna be a killer one , a chef most have, Shane is no saya available.

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Stacie

Great

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Robin
Thanks

Good choice,cheap price for the quality of knives and very fast delivery

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wilfredo

Bought this as a gift, but ended up keeping it myself! This is one crazy sharp and heavy duty blade. Will last a life time by the feel of it. Very happy.

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宇田

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Panagiotis Koutsoloukas

Very good product , and fast delivery. A+++

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Mark
Too big

Pretty Sharp.

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Dion
A chef knife of the highest quality

This knife needs rare sharpening truly made by a master of blades

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Zak
A real work of art

A real work of art

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Mihael
Very good knife

I am very glad that I purchased this knife. It is very convenient in everyday work in the kitchen. Comfortable handle and sharp blade do their job. And he is very beautiful. Separately, I want to thank for the excellent service. It is a pleasure to deal with you. Thank you very much. I always recommend your store as the best.

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Rowan
The perfect Kodeba!

The perfect Dodeba! great for poultry and small fish, perfect weight and takes an edge easily! the last one you'll ever need

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Royce
Amazing Petty Knife

Love this knife. VERY sharp and light to use. Awesome design. Thanks!

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Neil
Amazing

I was looking already a time for Deba knives and thanks to the great choices on musashihamon I purchased 3 over the last weeks which were all perfectly delivered thanks to the kind services . I purchased also the 270 yanagiba and the 240 Gyuto, all with the special wood handle which is really different to other woods. Although I didn’t use them yet, all 3 show great craftsmanship and are very sharp.

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Navada
Lovely Saya

I like it a lot, it feels good, the wood has a nice finish.

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Hamish
I love this knife, was recommended by the chefs knifes subreddit for an entry knife

Good, knife is comfortable, feels good and cuts nicely. Has a nice look on it too

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Ryan
handmade

Fantastique couteaux Je suis super satisfait de mes couteaux et du délai de livraison Merci Fantastic knives I am super satisfied with my knives and the delivery time Thank you

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Alejandro
Great knife, quick delivery!

Very well balanced knife and strong steel. Would definitley recommend!!!

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Omar

This is perfect knife for professional chef. I really enjoy the job with this knife. it is very sharp and last long, easy to sharpening as well. also shipment service was very good. highly recommended!! :-)

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Dean
deba

I work in a very busy kitchen breaking down fish and I would have to recommend this knife to anyone who is a very serious butcher looking for a very Sharp knife. With all that being said I truly love my knife!

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Emran
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Antal
Can strongly recommend

Fast shipping, great product

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MATTHEW
Gift for a left hander

I bought this for a 13 year old left handed grandson who struggles in the kitchen with right handed knives. A chef friend suggested I check your website ( and to make sure any knife is sharpened!) The knife arrived promptly and is so beautifully presented in its own box that I decided to save it for his birthday in a couple of months. Very, very happy with my purchase. Hope to provide feedback further down the track from the left hander!

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