YoshihiroVG-10 46 Layers Hammered Damascus Nakiri Japanese Vegetable Knife

The traditional Japanese vegetable knife, known as the Usuba, is reminiscent of a small cleaver with a blunt tip that proves useful for tasks like removing the eye from a potato. It is robust enough to handle heavy root vegetables while also capable of thinly slicing delicate tomatoes. This knife has become highly coveted and is quickly becoming an indispensable companion to the popular chef's knife.

Crafted with a Nickel VG-10 Gold Hammered Damascus blade, the Usuba Knife features a straight blade that effortlessly slices paper-thin pieces and swiftly cuts through robust vegetables. With 46 layers of steel forged and hammered in the Damascus tradition around a Nickel VG-10 Gold Core, this knife boasts a traditional Japanese style Shitan handle with a double Mahogany bolster. It comes with a protective wooden sheath, known as a "Saya," to safeguard the blade and enhance its appearance when not in use.

The hammered texture of the blade not only prevents food from sticking but also reduces friction during cutting. Each Yoshihiro knife is meticulously handcrafted by master artisans, resulting in a unique and exquisite work of art. The blade is made of vg-10 Stainless Steel, featuring a double-edged edge angle, Damascus grade, octagonal handle shape, and a hardness rating of 60. This Nakiri Vegetable Knife is stain-resistant and proudly made in Japan.

The vg-10 Hammered Damascus Series, forged with 46 layers of steel in the Damascus tradition with a vg-10 Core, has consistently been a top seller due to its exceptional performance, aesthetic appeal, and great value. Another popular Japanese knife among cooks today is the Nakiri knife, known for its double-edged blade with a flat cutting edge that ensures full contact with the cutting board, resulting in precise vegetable chopping without any hanging pieces.

The Nakiri knife, like the Usuba, excels in chopping root vegetables and thinly slicing tomatoes, enhancing even the simplest kitchen tasks. Made in Japan, this knife features a Wa-style handcrafted Octagonal Handle that is lightweight and ergonomically designed for comfortable use. It comes with a protective Saya sheath to maintain the blade's sharpness and appearance. To preserve its sharp edge, sharpen and hone the knife with water whetstones, hand wash and dry immediately after use, and avoid cutting hard objects like bones or frozen foods.

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