Yoshihiro Black Finish Blue Steel #2 Kurouchi Nakiri Japanese Vegetable Chef Knife 6.5" (165mm) Octagonal Shitan Handle

    Description

    The Kurouchi Nakiri knife exemplifies intricate techniques of forging, layering, and hammering. "Kurouchi" translates to "Black Forged," representing a traditional Japanese method of crafting high carbon knives. This unique style offers an unpolished rustic finish that enhances the knife's character.

    The Nakiri, reminiscent of a small cleaver, features a blunt tip ideal for tasks such as removing eyes from potatoes. Its heft allows for chopping through heavy root vegetables, while the blade can also thinly slice delicate tomatoes. With a hardness of 62-63 on the Rockwell scale, the inner core of Blue Steel #2 is prized for its exceptional edge retention.

    Our Kurouchi Nakiri knife is complemented by a handcrafted octagonal Shitan rosewood handle with a rosewood bolster, providing both comfort and style. It comes equipped with a protective wooden sheath known as a "Saya," which not only protects the blade but also enhances its aesthetic when not in use.

    From prepping greens for a salad to chopping vegetables for a main dish, this handcrafted knife elevates even the simplest tasks. Its beauty and functionality make it an essential addition to any kitchen. A good quality Japanese water stone is the best surface to sharpen and maintain your knife's blade, preserving the high-quality steel of your knife.

    Knife Can Be Oxidized Without Proper Care. Recommended For Professional Use Only.

    Recommended to purchase with Custom-Cut Saya Knife Cover Sheath.

    Knife Specs:

    • HRC: 62-63
    • Grade: Kurouchi
    • Stain Resistant: No
    • Blade Material: Blue Steel #2
    • Edge Angle: Double Edged
    • Handle Material: Rosewood
    • Bolster Material: Ebony
    • Handle Shape: Octagonal
    • Saya Cover: Optional

    Yoshihiro Black Finish Blue Steel #2 Kurouchi Nakiri Japanese Vegetable Chef Knife 6.5" (165mm) Octagonal Shitan Handle

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      SKU: KUNA165SH8

        $174.99

        Important: High-Carbon Steel Knife

        Important: This item is made from high-carbon steel. It offers excellent sharpness but can rust or develop a patina if not kept dry and properly maintained — Learn more about high-carbon steel here.

        Description

        The Kurouchi Nakiri knife exemplifies intricate techniques of forging, layering, and hammering. "Kurouchi" translates to "Black Forged," representing a traditional Japanese method of crafting high carbon knives. This unique style offers an unpolished rustic finish that enhances the knife's character.

        The Nakiri, reminiscent of a small cleaver, features a blunt tip ideal for tasks such as removing eyes from potatoes. Its heft allows for chopping through heavy root vegetables, while the blade can also thinly slice delicate tomatoes. With a hardness of 62-63 on the Rockwell scale, the inner core of Blue Steel #2 is prized for its exceptional edge retention.

        Our Kurouchi Nakiri knife is complemented by a handcrafted octagonal Shitan rosewood handle with a rosewood bolster, providing both comfort and style. It comes equipped with a protective wooden sheath known as a "Saya," which not only protects the blade but also enhances its aesthetic when not in use.

        From prepping greens for a salad to chopping vegetables for a main dish, this handcrafted knife elevates even the simplest tasks. Its beauty and functionality make it an essential addition to any kitchen. A good quality Japanese water stone is the best surface to sharpen and maintain your knife's blade, preserving the high-quality steel of your knife.

        Knife Can Be Oxidized Without Proper Care. Recommended For Professional Use Only.

        Recommended to purchase with Custom-Cut Saya Knife Cover Sheath.

        Knife Specs:

        • HRC: 62-63
        • Grade: Kurouchi
        • Stain Resistant: No
        • Blade Material: Blue Steel #2
        • Edge Angle: Double Edged
        • Handle Material: Rosewood
        • Bolster Material: Ebony
        • Handle Shape: Octagonal
        • Saya Cover: Optional

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