Master Shin's Anvil #61 Sashimi Knife

Sashimi / slicing knife. Each piece is made by hand, so no two are exactly alike.

Specifications

• Brand: Master Shin's Anvil (Anseong, South Korea)
• Designer and blacksmith: Shin In-Young
• Model: #61 Sashimi Knife
• Type: Sashimi / slicing knife
• Overall length: 10.5 in (26.7 cm)
• Blade: 5.75 in long × 1.25 in wide (14.6 × 3.2 cm)
• Handle length: 4.5 in (11.4 cm)
• Blade: Carbon steel, one steel from spine to edge (mono-steel)
• Heat treatment: Water-quenched, hardness about 57–62
• Edge: Straight
• Handle: Chestnut or oak, shade-dried for years
• Construction: Hand-forged by Master Shin In-Young
• Care: Hand wash only
• Made in: South Korea
• Item number (MPN): AN-61K

About 10.5–11 in overall with a 6.1 in blade. Each piece is hand-forged, so sizes vary slightly.

Features

• Hand-forged by Master Shin In-Young from a single carbon steel, spine to edge
• Water-quenched; the 57–62 hardness balances strength and flexibility, since harder blades can break
• Chestnut or oak handle, shade-dried for years

Best for

Home cooks who enjoy caring for their tools, open kitchens where knives are on display, and anyone building a small set of knives that will last.

Who this is not for

• Anyone who wants a dishwasher-safe, no-maintenance knife: carbon steel must be hand washed and dried, or it will rust.
• Anyone expecting a uniform, polished factory finish: each piece is hand-forged and the blade darkens with use.
• Kitchens with stone, glass or composite cutting surfaces: not to use the knife on them.
• Anyone who needs it within a day or two: it ships in 2–3 business days.

Why we carry it

We’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and few makers we carry put one person’s hands on every piece the way this workshop does. Founded in Anseong in 1845, it is known as South Korea’s oldest blacksmith shop. Master Shin In-Young became a master at 17 and was designated Gyeonggi Province Intangible Cultural Heritage No. 60 in 2016 (per the maker). The X on each handle is the shop’s mark of its best steel.

More from Master Shin’s Anvil: Large Chef's Knife; #62 Kitchen Knife, Medium; #60 Kitchen Knife, Small; #63 Vegetable Knife.

Buy once: durability and care

Carbon steel lasts for decades with simple care: wash by hand, dry at once, oil lightly now and then, and cut on wood. IC Design adds: no frozen food, no honing steel, and pull a stuck blade straight up rather than twisting it. Baking-soda paste on a soft cloth lifts rust spots (no steel wool).

Safety

Very sharp: store it in a block or on a magnetic strip, out of children’s reach.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Master Shin's Anvil #61 Sashimi Knife used for?

It is made for the traditional preparation of fish, and it also slices fruit and vegetables very thinly.

How long is the Master Shin's Anvil #61 Sashimi Knife?

It measures 10.5 in overall; blade 5.75 in × 1.25 in; handle 4.5 in (the specification; each hand-forged piece varies slightly).

Is the Master Shin's Anvil #61 Sashimi Knife dishwasher safe?

No. It is carbon steel: wash it by hand with water or a little mild soap, don’t soak it, and dry it completely before storing it.

How often does the Master Shin's Anvil #61 Sashimi Knife need sharpening?

Typically every two to three years, depending on how often you use it, by hand on a whetstone.

Is this a genuine Master Shin's Anvil #61 Sashimi Knife?

Yes.

When will the Master Shin's Anvil #61 Sashimi Knife ship?

Ships in 2–3 business days.

Gifting & trade orders

A gift for weddings, housewarmings and anyone who cooks. For corporate or restaurant quantities, contact our trade team.

Trade pricing for design professionals

Interior designers, architects, contractors and builders can apply to the MetropolitanDecor Trade Program for trade pricing on Master Shin's Anvil and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and free catalogs and finish swatches. Applying takes about three minutes; our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day. Ordering tools for a landscaping studio or for client gifts? Contact us with items and quantities and we’ll confirm availability.

Shipping & returns

Ships in 2–3 business days.

Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. All sales are final, so check the size and specifications above before ordering; if your order arrives damaged or isn’t what you ordered, contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we’ll make it right.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.