Premium Kyohei Shindo Warikomi Blue #2 Steel 165mm Nakiri Knife - Japanese Kurouchi Finish with Keyaki Wood Wa Handle & Plastic Ferrule - Perfect for Slicing Vegetables, Herbs, and Sushi Prep

Kyohei Shindo Nakiri 165mm

 Not all blacksmiths dreamt of being a blacksmith. Hokkaido born Kyohei Shindo, however, dreamt of being a blacksmith from a young age and accomplished just that by opening up his own shop in Tosa city, in Kōchi prefecture by age 32.

His knives are characterized by having a tapering spine yet incredibly thin cutting edge, and a Tosa lacquered kurouchi finish. For the price, the out of box edge and performance of a knife like this is seldom beat.

The Nakiri is one of Shindo-san's most sought after blades. It is tall, has a hammered in mild S grind for food release, and one of the thinnest grind available. This knife is not for the beginner. Its delicate edge will pass through food like it doesn't exist. With proper care, this knife will serve you very well. 

The stock handle on this knife does not do it justice. We recommend you upgrade to one of our house handles. If you order one at the same time as you order this knife, we will replace and install the new handle for you. 

Specifications:

• Blacksmith: Kyohei Shindo
• Location: Tosa, Japan
• Grind: Even
• Steel: Aogami #2
• Cladding: Iron
• Finish: Blacksmith's Kurouchi
• Handle: Keyaki with plastic ferrule
• Spine Thickness: 4.5mm with blacksmith taper to tip
• Blade Length: 165mm 
• Blade Height: 53.4mm
• Weight: 134g