Kanetsugu Miyabi Issin Nakiri 16.5 cm

The Nakiri knife resembles a cleaver in appearance, but, unlike a cleaver, it has a thin blade that is perfect for cutting and chopping vegetables. If you love chopping, this is the knife for you.

Kanetsugu Miyabi Issin is a series of elegant knives made of high-carbon AUS-8 stainless steel in a SAN-MAI (“three-layer”) construction. The SAN-MAI technique means that the center of the knife (“hard core”) is made of high-carbon “AUS-8” steel, which is covered with soft “SUS-410” steel. Thanks to this method, the hard AUS-8 steel core is protected by outer layers of soft SUS-410 steel, which also provides additional flexibility.

During the heat treatment process, Miyabi Issin knives achieve a hardness of 57-58 HRC, which means they will stay sharp longer than most popular European knives.

The ergonomically shaped handle is made of brown rosewood and reinforced with two rivets. The wood used to make the handle is properly impregnated, making it resistant to water and moisture. The Miyabi Issin series knives are a great choice for professionals and cooking enthusiasts who are just starting their adventure with Japanese knives.

Seki Kanetsugu is one of the oldest and most renowned manufacturers of kitchen knives from Seki, Japan. The brand was founded over 100 years ago by Matsujiro Kawamura, a descendant of Kanetsugu, a famous samurai sword maker who lived from 1336 to 1392.

Specifications:

• Type: Nakiri knife
• Blade length: 165 mm
• Total length: 285 mm
• Blade height: 45 mm
• Blade thickness: 1.6 mm
• Handle: rosewood
• Steel: AUS-8 core, SUS410 cladding
• HRC: 57-58
• Grind: double bevel
• Weight: 120 grams