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Mcusta Zanmai "Hybrid" VG10 Nakiri 160mm
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Knife Specifications
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Style
Nakiri
Blade Material
Monosteel Migaki VG10
Handle Material
Black Pakkawood with Mother of Pearl Inlay
Bevel
Double Bevel
Maintenance Level
Low
Edge Length
160mm
Overall Length
310mm
Spine Thickness
1.9mm
Blade Height
48mm
Weight
191g
HRC
~60
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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
VG10 steel, a high-end Japanese stainless steel, is renowned for its superior edge retention and sharpness. Enriched with carbon and chromium, it offers excellent corrosion resistance. The addition of cobalt, molybdenum, and vanadium enhances its hardness and durability, making VG10 steel ideal for a great everyday workhorse knife steel.

Care Information
This knife is made with a stainless steel and is easy going and low on maintenance. It has high chromium content, meaning it is generally considered safe to leave wet on the board for short periods of time. is still best practice to not leave this knife to air dry as it's stain-less not stain-none! Wipe down after washing the knife and store away from any sources of moisture.
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