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Morihei Munetsugu Blue 2 Kurouchi Nakiri 165mm

£127.00 GBP

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Knife Specifications

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Style

Nakiri

Blade Material

Blue 2 Core, Soft Iron Kurouchi Clad

Handle Material

Octagon Zelkova

Bevel

Double

Maintenance Level

Medium

Edge Length

168mm

Overall Length

228mm

Spine Thickness

4mm / 2mm

Blade Height

50mm

Weight

156g

HRC

62

An In depth look

Blade Type

The Nakiri knife, revered in Japanese culinary traditions, is engineered for exceptional vegetable cutting. Featuring a distinct, straight-edged, and rectangular blade, it excels in creating uniform, precise cuts and aesthetic presentation. Its technical design ensures efficiency and precision, making it a valuable tool for both professional chefs and home cooks.

Steel Type

Japanese Blue Steel #2, or "Aogami" #2, is a revered high-carbon steel alloyed with low amounts of chromium and tungsten. It strikes an excellent balance between durability, edge retention, and ease of sharpening. Slightly more ductile than Blue #1, it's widely used in crafting traditional Japanese knives, beloved by chefs for its resilience and sharpness, albeit is slightly softer than Blue 1.

Care Information

This knife is made from a high-carbon steel and as such, will require a little more care than a regular off-the-shelf knife. It must be dried shortly after use, as prolonged exposure to moisture can cause rust spots to appear. A very light coat of oil during storage also helps to prevent rust spots. A patina (colouration and seasoning of the steel) will occur with use.

Introducing

Morihei

Based in Asakusabashi, Tokyo, Morihei is a revered name in the world of Japanese blades and sharpening, with a legacy spanning over 100 years. At its peak, more than 20 groups of blacksmiths and sharpeners worked under the Morihei name — a testament to its deep roots in the craft.

Renowned for its extraordinary collection of whetstones and natural sharpening stones, Morihei remains one of the last companies in Japan to uphold long-standing relationships between blacksmiths and traditional stonemakers.

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Customer Reviews

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Nguyen Nguyen
What in the thinn!!

This is one of best Nakiri at this price-point.

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A Taste Of Tolga

Banging nakiri. Glides like a babies bottom

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Lea Fettis

Morihei Munetsugu Blue 2 Kurouchi Nakiri 165mm