This Hitohira HG Damascus Nakiri Japanese knife is designed for precise vegetable cutting. It is part of the HG series, recognizable by its polished Damascus steel and mirror finish. Its rectangular Nakiri-style blade offers a straight edge ideal for clean cuts on the cutting board, without rocking.
The blade is forged from stainless steel, surrounded by several layers of mild steel creating a distinctive Damascus pattern. This type of san-mai construction ensures an excellent balance between cutting performance, corrosion resistance, and ease of maintenance. The fine, durable cutting edge makes it easy to work on firm or tender vegetables with minimal effort.
The octagonal magnolia wood handle with buffalo horn ferrule provides a comfortable, lightweight grip that is well suited for extended use. This balance between blade and handle makes the Nakiri pleasant to handle, both for professionals and passionate cooks.
In the hand, this knife offers a feeling of fluidity and control, ideal for finely chopping, slicing, or mincing vegetables. It is not suitable for hard foods or bones, but excels at making precise, straight, and quick cuts.
Care: although the blade is stainless, it is advisable to wipe the knife after use and not to leave it to soak. Regular sharpening on a fine whetstone will keep the blade razor sharp.
