Classic Nakiri Knife 16.5cm

Shun Classic Nakiri Knife (16.5cm)
Shun Classic's amazingly sharp blade is famous for both edge retention and ease of sharpening. Each blade has a core of VG-MAX "super steel" clad with 34 layers of pattern Damascus Steel on either side of the core (68 total).While the patterned layers enhance the knife's beauty, they also support the core and add stain resistance. Combined with the elegant, slim tapered handle in black pakkawood, the result is an overall aesthetic design with quality and functionality at its core. Nakiri is simply Japanese for "vegetable knife." Once you get the Shun Classic Nakiri in your hands, you'll soon see why both professional chefs and good cooks around the world choose this beautiful and extremely useful tool whenever they have fruits or vegetables to prepare. With its straight blade, edge, and spine, the Nakiri isn't rocked like a chef's knife. Instead, use a simple push cut and enjoy the clean, swift work it makes of vegetables of all kinds.

Features
- Hand-sharpened 16° double-bevel blade (32° comprehensive)
- Steel: Proprietary VG-MAX cutting core, 34 layers stainless Damascus cladding either side of the Core (68 total)
- Handle: D-shaped Ebony PakkaWood®
- Blade length: 6.5 in. (16.5 cm)
- Handcrafted in Japan

VG-MAX Super Steel, Stainless Damascus, Pakkawood Handle