Treat yourself to elegant, controlled cutting with this handcrafted 16.5 cm Yuzo Enju nakiri knife, born of Japanese cutlery tradition. Specially designed for vegetables, this Japanese kitchen knife combines the aesthetics of damascus with reliable, long-lasting technical performance, for a smooth, precise and pleasant cutting experience every day!
A high-performance damascus blade for vegetables
The blade of this Japanese kitchen knife is crafted using the traditional damascus technique, where a rigid core is enveloped by multiple layers of softer steel, guaranteeing an ideal balance between strength and flexibility.
The core is made of440C stainless steel, an alloy enriched with approximately 1% carbon to increase hardness, while benefiting from good corrosion resistance thanks to its chromium content.
With a hardness of 59 HRC on the Rockwell scale, this blade efficiently retains its cutting edge, enabling precise cuts even after many uses. The flat grind reinforces its solidity and facilitates maintenance during regular sharpening.
The hammered finish of the blade surface not only adds a singular aesthetic dimension to every Yuzo knife, but also helps reduce food sticking, for smoother, more controlled cutting. This fine hammering adds authentic character to your damascus knife!
Ergonomic, sturdy handle
The handle is crafted from smoked oak wood, a natural material renowned for its strength, warm feel and ability to resist moisture. The wood's natural grain is elegantly revealed, making each piece unique.
Designed in an octagonal shape, the handle ensures a comfortable, stable grip, suitable for both right- and left-handed users. This ergonomic geometry reduces fatigue during long cutting sessions and offers optimal control of the knife, essential for working vegetables with precision.
Summary of your Damascus knife's features
- 16.5cm Damascus blade: elegance and performance for vegetables
- 440C steel: increased hardness and resistance to wear
- 59 HRC
hardness
- : long-lasting cutting edge
- Hammered surface: unique aesthetics and optimized glide
- Flat grinding: enhanced strength
- Smoked oak handle: warm feel and durability
- Octagonal shape: ambidextrous ergonomics
- Handcrafted in Japan: traditional know-how
This Japanese nakiri knife is ideal for finely slicing all types of vegetables, mincing herbs or cutting delicate fruit. Avoid hard foods such as bones or ultra-compact squash. Wash only by hand with a mild detergent and dry immediately to preserve its damascus steel blade. Sharpen regularly with a suitable stone to maintain a clean, efficient edge.
Japanese craftsmanship for cutting
This nakiri is designed by Tsunehisa, a Japanese cutler who perpetuates the tradition of excellent craftsmanship. Each blade is forged in accordance with ancestral techniques, combining the beauty of damascus with balanced, high-performance construction. The choice of a smoked oak handle reinforces the harmony between aesthetics and functionality that is typical of refined Japanese knives.
In this handcrafted approach, every step is meticulously carried out to deliver a tool that is durable and pleasant to use. Attention to detail is Yuzo Hamono 's signature in every one of her creations.
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