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Homura
Minonokuni Homura knives have a stainless steel jacket that is forge welded to core of Hitachi Blue 2 carbon steel. Specifically made per our specs as this provides the user with the benefit of premium carbon steel with the lower maintenance of stainless steel. The exposed carbon steel will patina over time and create a gorgeous two-toned finish. The stainless steel is matte finish as opposed to a mirror polish. Designed to be used; If scratches appear over time, the finish is easily restored with 0000 steel wool. Handles are Rosewood with an ebony ferrule.
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Minonokuni Homura 170mm Ao-Ko Nakiri
The Minonokuni Homura 170 mm (6.9 inch) nakiri construction consists of a matte stainless steel jacket welded to a core of Blue 2 carbon steel. This leaves only the exposed edge requiring the special care needed for carbon steel and creates a beautiful two-tone design as the exposed carbon steel develops a patina. Should the stainless steel become scratched or marred over time, it is easily restored using fine 0000 steel wool or synthetic pad. The blade is sharpened 50/50 and the oval sandalwood handle and blackwood ferrule are suitable for either left or right handed users. Primarily used as an all-purpose vegetable knife, the nakiri is a more durable version of an usuba due to the double grind. Learn More
