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Usuba / Nakiri
Usu(Thin)Ba(Knife)
Usuba is a traditional Japanese knife shape with a thick spine and pronounced shinogi line. Characterized by their rectangular shape and utter lack of camber Usuba knives are best used when preparing vegetables. The shape of the Usuba blade and the angle at which the handle is affixed to it allow for a significant degree of knuckle clearance which can be quite helpful when working with larger quantities. It is important to note that Usubas are typically one sided although this definition is not universally applicable and some manufacturers do create double-beveled knives that would indeed qualify as Usubas. The westernized version of an Usuba, which is typically double-beveled and also intended for use on vegetables, is known as a Nakiri. Although many believe the distinction between Usubas and Nakiris to be their one or two sidedness this is not wholly accurate. The key distinction between the two shapes is the thickness of the steel from which they are formed. Despite being named “thin knife” Usubas are thicker than their westernized counterpart the Nakiri.
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Zwilling Four Star 6.5-inch Nakiri Knife
The Zwilling Four Star 6.5-inch (170mm) Nakiri is a specialized instrument that integrates Western durability with traditional Japanese vegetable-prep geometry. Unlike the curved profile of a Western chef’s knife, the Nakiri features a signature flat edge and squared-off tip, specifically engineered for the vertical push-cuts required for high-volume vegetable processing. Each blade is forged from a single piece of proprietary high-carbon stainless steel using the SIGMAFORGE® process, ensuring a stable, well-balanced tool with a robust bolster. The blade undergoes FRIODUR® ice-hardening to 57 Rockwell (HRC), a process that optimizes the molecular structure to achieve superior corrosion resistance and an edge that remains sharp through exhaustive prep sessions while remaining responsive to honing. The seamless, molded handle—the hallmark of the Four Star series—is designed without gaps or rivets, providing a clinical level of hygiene and a slip-resistant, ergonomic grip that accommodates a professional pinch grip for surgical accuracy in julienne, brunoise, and katsuramuki-style cutting. Learn MoreRegular Price: $139.99
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