Yoshihiro VG-10 46 Layers Damascene Nakiri Vegetable Knife (6.5 Rosewood Handle)

Yoshihiro Cutlery, a company specializing in handcrafted premium Japanese kitchen knives, presents the Yoshihiro VG-10 46 Layers Hammered Damascus Nakiri Vegetable Knife. Forged and hammered with 46 layers of steel in the Damascus tradition with a VG-10 core, this series has been a perennial seller, combining performance, beauty, and extraordinary value.

The Nakiri is a Japanese double-edged knife with a flat cutting edge, allowing the entire length of the blade to make full contact with the cutting board with each stroke. This design lends itself well to chopping and thinly slicing, as the flat blade edge is crafted to seamlessly cut through ingredients with minimal sticking.

From prepping greens for a salad to chopping vegetables for a main dish, the simplest of tasks are elevated with this handcrafted knife, which is as beautiful as it is functional. Handcrafted in Japan by skilled artisans, the origins of the techniques used to create Yoshihiro knives date back to medieval Japanese sword smiths who perfected the handling of fire, iron, and water.

The VG-10 steel core, a Japanese stainless steel often utilized in high-end Japanese cutlery, offers exceptional hardness (HRC 60) that allows for a thinner, sharper cutting edge. Both the VG-10 core and the outer Damascus steel cladding are stain-resistant, providing peace of mind during extended use.

Complementing the blade is a traditional Japanese-style, handcrafted octagonal natural rosewood handle with a redwood bolster, providing a lightweight, ergonomic grip for seamless use. A protective magnolia wood sheath, or Saya, is included to shield the blade and enhance the knife's appearance when not in use.

The hammered texture of the blade eliminates friction and prevents food from sticking, while the balanced design and fit ensure comfortable, precise handling. Traditional Japanese knife-making values a sharp edge, so proper care with water whetstones is recommended for sharpening and honing.

Yoshihiro offers a wide range of expertly crafted knives in this VG-10 Hammered Damascus series, including the NSW Petty Utility Knife, Santoku Multipurpose Chef Knife, Usuba Vegetable Chef Knife, Gyuto Chef Knife, and Sujihiki Slicer Knife. Each model delivers exceptional performance, stunning aesthetics, and exceptional value.

Whether tackling delicate garnishes or hefty root vegetables, the Yoshihiro VG-10 46 Layers Hammered Damascus Nakiri Vegetable Knife elevates even the simplest of culinary tasks with its handcrafted precision and Japanese tradition.

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