Wusaki Damas VG10 Nakiri Knife 17cm Olive Wood Handle

If vegetables are always present in your recipes, the Wusaki Damas VG10 nakiri knife must be present in your kitchen. This Japanese-style knife with a rectangular blade is perfect for working with all types of vegetables. Its impressive cutting performance as well as its astonishing design will make it one of your favourite kitchen knives.

This knife has a core made of VG10 steel. With 1% of carbon content, this Japanese steel  is appreciated by cooks not only from Japan but from all around the world. The steel reaches a hardness of 60 HRC in the Rockwell scale, and it is its impressive hardness what helps the blade’s edge to remain sharp for a long time without needing to be honed frequently.

Around the core there are 67 layers of soft and hard steel. This type of constructions is a what is commonly know as a damascus blade. The alternatin layers of hard and soft steel give the blade an original look because the different layers create unique patterns on the blade’s surface. In addition to the aesthetics, the the different stell layers also help the blade to have an optimal balance between hardness and flexibility.

To push even further the dazzling look of the blade, the top part of its surface has been hammered with a press. The patterns created by the hammering on the surface are unique to each single knife. However, the hammered surface is not only an aesthetic factor, as it also increases the blade’s non-stick capacity.

Furthermore, the blade has also been polished to give it a mirror-effect. The shiny surface adds cachet to the blade’s look, but the polished surface also plays a role in increasing the blade’s resistance to corrosion. This is explained by the fact that the polishing flattens the surface thus making it less porous. 

It is also important to mention that the final sharpening of the blade’s edge is done manually using a leather band at a total angle of 30° (meaning 15° on each side). The V-shaped edge enables clean and precise cuts on your foods. You’ll be witness of its remarkable sharpness since the very first cut.

Another important part of the knife is the handle. It is made of olive wood that has been treated to have a surface that is soft to touch. This noble wood, which has a fruity scent, makes a beautiful contrast with the shiny metal of the blade. The veinings on the handle are unique on each knife, so you can be sure that your knife will be literally one of a kind!

Thanks to the ergonomic design of the handle, your thumb and your forefinger are able to keep a firm position during your cuts, thus enabling you to have full control of the knife. The handle is also longer than the average so that it can be easier to manipulate. Moreover, the stainless steel bottom end of the handle has the Japanese character “Tiger” engraved on it, which is the perfect final touch for such masterpiece of cutlery!

Last but not least, this Wusaki Damas VG10 nakiri knife is sold in a classy and high-end packaging. Its box has also been carefully designed to meet the highest expectations. The knife comes in a black box with foam inside to protect it during transport. The elegance of the box makes it a great option to offer as a gift!

Taking care of your knife: wash it by hand using lukewarm water and mild soap. Then, wipe it with a soft cloth and store it in a dry place. You must also know that when you first receive the knife, the blade will be coated with protection oil. This is normal, and all you need to do is to wash the blade before its first usage. When washing the knife, try to avoid as much as possible to wet the handle, because the wood doesn’t like humidity. In fact, to protect and preserve the wood of the handle, we recommend you to wipe it  from time to time with a cloth slightly soaked in olive oil.

The kitchen knives from the Wusaki Damas VG10 series are what cooks dream about. These knives are designed to meet the needs and expectations of both professional and domestic cooks. Since the moment you open the box, you will realize that each Wusaki Damas VG10 knife is truly a masterpiece of cutlery. A good look can match with an excellent cutting performance and these knives are the proof!

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