The Wavy Face finish on this line is a hand-hammered texture applied directly to the Blue #2 stainless-clad blade - not a machine-pressed pattern but a genuine hand-worked surface that gives each knife a slightly different character. The hammered texture reduces surface contact between blade and food, improving release on sticky vegetables and proteins. Katsuto Tanaka produces these at Tanaka Kama Kogyo in Omura City, Nagasaki Prefecture using Blue #2 carbon steel and stainless cladding.
The tall nakiri is the largest dedicated vegetable knife in the Wavy Face line. The extra height powers through large batches of produce with minimal effort. The large blade face can be used to scoop ingredients from board to pan. The even, double-bevel grind and the octagonal oak handle work equally well for both right- and left-handed users.
Care Instructions: Blue #2 is a reactive carbon steel - the stainless cladding protects the flanks, but the exposed carbon edge will patina naturally with use. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use. Avoid leaving acidic foods on the edge. Hand wash only, never use the dishwasher. Apply camellia oil for long-term storage. Sharpen on quality water stones - Blue #2 at 62-63 HRC sharpens easily and rewards good technique. Strop regularly between sharpenings.
Each knife is made by hand so measurements may vary.Blacksmith: Katsuto Tanaka
Workshop: Tanaka Kama Kogyo
Location: Omura City, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan
Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai
Edge Steel: Blue #2 (Aogami 2) Carbon Steel
Cladding: Stainless, Wavy Face (Hammered)
HRC: 62-63
Finish: Wavy Face (Hammered)
Edge Grind: Even (50/50), Double Bevel
Handle: Burnt Oak Octagonal
Weight: 8.9 oz (254 g)
Blade Length: 170 mm
Blade Height: 72 mm
The tall nakiri is the largest dedicated vegetable knife in the Wavy Face line. The extra height powers through large batches of produce with minimal effort. The large blade face can be used to scoop ingredients from board to pan. The even, double-bevel grind and the octagonal oak handle work equally well for both right- and left-handed users.
Care Instructions: Blue #2 is a reactive carbon steel - the stainless cladding protects the flanks, but the exposed carbon edge will patina naturally with use. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use. Avoid leaving acidic foods on the edge. Hand wash only, never use the dishwasher. Apply camellia oil for long-term storage. Sharpen on quality water stones - Blue #2 at 62-63 HRC sharpens easily and rewards good technique. Strop regularly between sharpenings.
Each knife is made by hand so measurements may vary.
