Masutani VG1 Tsuchime Nakiri 165mm Slim

Masutani VG1 Tsuchime Nakiri 165mm SlimThe Masutani VG1 Tsuchime Nakiri 165mm Slim is a double bevel Japanese vegetable knife featuring a VG1 stainless steel core and western pakkawood handle, best fit for first timers and students seeking an affordable Echizen made nakiri. Produced by Kunio Masutani in Takefu Knife Village, this 165mm blade measures 1. 6mm at the spine and weighs approximately 170g, presenting a slim profile designed specifically for vegetable preparation. This nakiri

An octagonal ebony handle provides a tapered grip that pairs with the single bevel geometry for controlled slicing

I was able to come up with a way that produces these octagonal WA-handles in a relatively cost effective and consistant manner

The profile is designed specifically for slicing sashimi and seafood with precision

Note that our Kishu Binchotan has the identical packaging as the ones in the video

Mike Henry

weighing 192g for balanced handling during mincing

beast by the performance

As a stainless steel knife

Weighing 178g

This knife suits general-purpose kitchen work including mincing

making this santoku a functional option for those prioritising stainless convenience alongside traditional cutting performance

Total weight is 321g with a 56mm heel height and 176mm edge length