The Tsunehisa VG10 Hammered Damascus Nakiri 165mm is a beautifully crafted vegetable knife that combines eye-catching design with reliable stainless steel performance. Made in Tosa, Japan, this knife features a VG10 stainless steel core, well known for its excellent edge retention, corrosion resistance, and ability to take a very sharp edge. It’s a great choice for cooks who want high performance with low maintenance.
The blade is clad in stainless steel with a hammered (tsuchime) and Damascus (suminagashi) finish that not only looks great but also helps reduce food sticking during use. The nakiri profile features a flat edge ideal for push cutting and chopping vegetables with precision and efficiency. The grind is even for comfortable use by both right- and left-handed users. A comfortable oval sandalwood handle with a black pakka wood ferrule completes the knife, and the gapped machi (Tokyo style) adds a traditional touch.
What Customers Are Saying:
Customers appreciate the smooth cutting feel, attractive finish, and easy maintenance. Many highlight its excellent performance on vegetables and the balance of beauty and function at a great price point.
Care Instructions: VG10 is a stainless steel - low maintenance and resistant to corrosion. Hand wash and dry after each use. Avoid the dishwasher, bones, frozen foods, and hard materials. Sharpen on quality water stones and strop regularly. The hammered surface requires no special maintenance.Brand: Tsunehisa
Location: Tosa, Japan
Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
Edge Steel: VG10 Stainless Steel
Cladding: Stainless Damascus
Finish: Tsuchime (Hammered) Damascus
Edge Grind: Even
Handle: Oval Sandalwood
Ferrule: Black Pakka Wood
Gapped Machi: Tokyo Style (see photos)
Weight: 5.0 oz (144 g)
Blade Length: 160 mm
Total Length: 305 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 2 mm
Blade Height: 45 mm
The blade is clad in stainless steel with a hammered (tsuchime) and Damascus (suminagashi) finish that not only looks great but also helps reduce food sticking during use. The nakiri profile features a flat edge ideal for push cutting and chopping vegetables with precision and efficiency. The grind is even for comfortable use by both right- and left-handed users. A comfortable oval sandalwood handle with a black pakka wood ferrule completes the knife, and the gapped machi (Tokyo style) adds a traditional touch.
What Customers Are Saying:
Customers appreciate the smooth cutting feel, attractive finish, and easy maintenance. Many highlight its excellent performance on vegetables and the balance of beauty and function at a great price point.
Care Instructions: VG10 is a stainless steel - low maintenance and resistant to corrosion. Hand wash and dry after each use. Avoid the dishwasher, bones, frozen foods, and hard materials. Sharpen on quality water stones and strop regularly. The hammered surface requires no special maintenance.
