Masutani Kokuryu VG10 Damascus Nakiri 165mm Black Chacate Handle, Japanese vegetable knife
This nakiri is a flat vegetable knife for clean, straight push cuts. The blade is a practical everyday length. Forged by Masutani Kokuryu with a damascus finish, it pairs hard, keen Japanese steel with the thin grind and balance that let the blade glide through food with less resistance. The stainless steel keeps it easy to look after from day to day.
Masutani Kokuryu nakiri specifications
| Maker | Masutani Kokuryu |
|---|---|
| Knife type | Nakiri (Japanese vegetable knife) |
| Blade length | 165 mm |
| Steel | VG10 stainless steel |
| Finish | Damascus (layered pattern) |
| Bevel | Double bevel |
| Best for | Clean vegetable cuts |
Care and everyday use
It is at its best for clean vegetable cuts. The stainless steel keeps maintenance low: hand wash and dry the blade after use, keep it off bone and frozen food, and touch up the edge on a whetstone when it starts to slow. There is no need to oil the blade, which makes it a forgiving choice for everyday cooking.
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by Paul M.
Great nakiri. Took a light touch-up on the stones to get it exactly how I like it, then flawless.
by Lucas M.
Scary sharp out of the box. Glides through onions and tomatoes with zero effort.
by Jason W.
Feels fantastic in the hand and the Damascus looks even better in person.
by Kenji A.
The VG10 stainless steel takes a wicked edge. Fit and finish are excellent for the price.
by Ravi K.
Beautiful Damascus finish and the edge is incredible. Exactly what I hoped for.
by Ian F.
Best nakiri I have owned. Effortless push cuts and the food just falls off the blade.