Nakagawa Blue 1 KU Damascus Sujihiki 240mm Etched Black Ebony by Hatsukokoro
$599.95
Nakagawa Blue 1 KU Damascus Sujihiki 240mm Etched Black Ebony by Hatsukokoro, Japanese slicing knife
This sujihiki is a long slicer for carving meat and slicing fish in clean single strokes. The blade is a practical everyday length. Forged by Nakagawa 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 forged carbon steel takes a keen edge and gains character with use.
Nakagawa sujihiki specifications
| Maker | Nakagawa |
|---|---|
| Knife type | Sujihiki (Japanese slicing knife) |
| Blade length | 240 mm |
| Steel | Blue #1 (Aogami) carbon steel |
| Finish | Damascus (layered pattern) |
| Bevel | Double bevel |
| Best for | Carving and slicing proteins |
Care and everyday use
It is at its best for carving and slicing proteins. This is a carbon-steel blade, which takes an exceptionally keen edge but reacts with food and water. Hand wash and dry it immediately after use, wipe on a light coat of oil before storage, and expect a natural patina to form over time. Keep it off bone and frozen food, and sharpen on a whetstone to bring the edge back.
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by Kenji A.
Scary sharp out of the box. Glides through onions and tomatoes with zero effort.
by Ravi K.
Feels fantastic in the hand and the Damascus looks even better in person.
by Ian F.
The Blue #1 takes a wicked edge. Fit and finish are excellent for the price.
by Lucas M.
Lovely knife and a joy to use. A little more blade care than my stainless knives but worth it.
by Jason W.
Great sujihiki. Took a light touch-up on the stones to get it exactly how I like it, then flawless.