Shun | Dual Core Nakiri 6.5"

A nakiri is a Japanese-style vegetable knife. The blade shape is both graceful and practical. It is a favorite with professional chefs and home cooks around the world. The nakiri's blunt tip makes the knife safer to use in the kitchen. At the same time, you can easily process foods with the blade's abundant slicing and dicing capabilities. Simply use a push cut by moving the knife down and forward while keeping the edge parallel to the cutting surface. The beautiful and versatile Dual Core Nakiri is a must-have knife, not only for plant-based cooking, but for a full range of other cuisines as well. An indispensable knife for vegetables, fruits, and foods of all kinds; includes wooden SAYA (sheath) 71 alternating micro-layers of high-carbon, high-chromium VG10 & VG2 stainless steel extend all the way to the edge to maintain long-lasting high-performance; razor-sharp 16° edge each side Traditional octagon-shaped handle in ebony PakkaWood® provide a comfortable, secure grip; beautiful, durable PakkaWood won't harbor bacteria Rabbet tang controls weight and enhances maneuverability; this tang type is how samurai swords were commonly constructed