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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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Suncraft Senzo Pro 165mm Bunka Nakiri
Suncraft Senzo Pro 6.5 in. (165mm) Bunka Knife made in Seki-City, Japan. Made with a thick core of SG2 Powdered Steel, known for its edge retention and durability. This is a knife you can trust to stay sharp through heavy use without chipping. Very tough and durable without compromising edge retention. This is an absolute work horse that can be used for chopping, mincing, slicing or draw cutting. Made in Japan. Learn More$250.00 -
Messermeister Suncraft Kawashima 6.5 in. Nakiri
Embark on a transformative journey into the art of vegetable preparation with the Messermeister Suncraft Kawashima 6.5-inch Nakiri. A magnificent collaboration between the esteemed Messermeister and the master artisans of Suncraft, this knife is meticulously forged in the legendary blade-smithing heartland of Seki City, Japan. It stands as an exceptional value proposition for a blade of such caliber, offering a specialized design crafted to elevate every slice, dice, and chop of your fresh produce into an experience of effortless precision and sheer joy. Learn More$299.95 -
Miyabi Birchwood Nakiri
Miyabi Birchwood 6.5 in. (165mm) Nakiri made of Miyabi's SG2 (Powdered Steel) This unique blend of steel is used for its excellent edge retention and ability to be sharpened. The Nakiri primarily a vegetable knife, the flat blade profile is very adept at making fine cuts from vegetables needed to garnish dishes. This finely crafted nakiri knife mimics a Japanese cleaver shape and features a wide, ultra-sharp blade that’s ideal for prepping everything from veggies to meat to fish. It’s a sturdy knife created for just about everything in the kitchen, but most especially for chopping, slicing, and dicing vegetables. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, top-of-the-line MIYABI Birchwood is a work of culinary art. Both blade and handle are crafted from the most precious materials, which shape their striking appearance. More than meets the eye, the potent core of SG2 micro-carbide powder steel is protected by a stunning 100-layer flower Damascus pattern. MIYABI’s innovative, CRYODUR® ice-hardening process locks in the blade’s long-lasting sharpness. The scalpel-like blade is complemented by an equally striking and comfortable Karelian (Masur) Birch handle. A prized material for knife handles, Karelian Birch is also the only wood ever used in a Fabergé egg. Exquisite and ergonomic, MIYABI Birchwood knives feel as good as they look. Learn More$334.95 -
Suncraft Senzo Pro 165mm Nakiri
Suncraft Senzo Pro offers a Western style handle on a Japanese Nakiri with a SG2 powder steel blade. This high rockwell hardness steel is actually tougher steel than many softer steels and suitable for a Professional kitchen . Elegantly simple design and an excellent value given the quality of material, fit and finish of the handle, balance and overall feel of this nakiri. Blade Length: 6.5 in. (165mm) Blade Height: 2 in.(47mm) Handle Length: 4.7 in. (120mm) Overall Length: 10.6 in. (295mm) Spine Thickness: 1.9mm Weight: 6.7 oz Kasumi style cladding
SG2 Core Blade Steel
Black Resin Laminated Handle with Mosaic Pin Made in Japan Learn More$225.00
