Matsubara Blue #2 Nashiji Tall Nakiri 180mm

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This rather unusual nakiri is constructed from Aogami 2 (Blue #2) high carbon steel. This is one of the most popular steels in the world of kitchen knives. The alloy is known for its outstanding edge life and overall toughness. Blue steels are a bit harder to sharpen than whites, which do cut better as they dull down. But the edge on blue steel is one of the longest lasting of the paper steels. This core steel is laminated in the san-mai style with a softer stainless steel which is given a lovely nashiji (pear skin) finish. This adds strength, reduces mass, and makes daily maintenance a breeze.

We are always on the lookout for unusual knives of all types and the Matsubara Blue #2 Nashiji Tall Nakiri certainly ticks all the unique boxes in our opinion. This was created as a result of our customer comments, so we hope it hits a chord with you.

Brand: Matsubara

Blacksmith: Mr. Tanaka

Location: Nagasaki

Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai

Cladding: Nashiji Stainless

Edge Steel: Blue #2

Edge Grind: Even

Weight: 8.8 ounces

Blade Length: 175mm

Spine Thickness at Base: 3.25mm

Blade Height: 75mm

Handle: Custom Octagonal

Note: You will receive the pictured knife not the video knife.

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