Matsu-Zumi-Yaki Nakiri 165mm

SPECIFICATIONS

Knife Style: Nakiri
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Shirogami White #2
Blade Finish: Kurouchi Damascus
Blade Hardness: 61HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: Walnut with Ziricote & Maple bolster
Blade Length: 165mm
Heel Height: 54mm
Spine Thickness: 3.80mm (tapered)
Weight: 145g

These knives feature a core of White Steel #2 and are forged with a unique hardening process called '松炭焼 MATSU-ZUMI-YAKI.' This method employs pine charcoal, which is known for its superior ability to reach high temperatures and ignite quickly, making it ideal for smelting metal. The pine charcoal prevents decarburization during the hardening process, resulting in kitchen knives that are exceptionally hard—comparable to Blue Steel #2, despite being made from SHIRO #2. Crafted by a master artisan with over 80 years of experience in the art of '越前打刃物 ECHIZEN-UCHIHAMONO,' these knives are truly exceptional and rare.

Nakiri knives are highly known for their long and flat blade. They tend to be fabricated with a higher heel compared to other models and are extremely popular for chopping vegetables. They are the ideal candidate for cutting long veggies in a single chop, but also great for a push or pull cut into harder vegetables. The square shape allows you to easily grip your fingers around the handle with no fear of busting your knuckles when chopping your vegetables.

Many chefs that regularly work with vegetables and fruits consider their Nakiri a primary knife in the kitchen.