This White #1 Nakiri is a good example of why Yamashin is so well regarded, hammer forged in Tosa, Japan by a shop that has spent generations on honest, no-frills kitchen knives rather than flashy ones.
This nakiri is hammer forged in a san mai construction, with a Shirogami #1 core, the purest grade of white paper steel, clad in soft iron that develops a beautiful patina over time. The nakiri profile, flat edge, tall blade, squared tip, is purpose built for vegetable work, delivering clean, efficient cuts with minimal effort. The grind on these knives is particularly impressive for the price, giving them a behind-the-edge thinness that translates directly into cutting performance, and the walnut octagonal handle with black pakka wood ferrule is a recent upgrade that adds a touch of warmth and refinement to an already strong package.
Care Instructions: Carbon steel care is straightforward. Wipe the blade clean during use and dry it immediately after washing. Avoid leaving water or acidic foods on the blade for any length of time. The soft iron cladding will develop a natural patina with use, which adds character and provides a measure of protection. Each knife is made by hand so measurements may vary.
This nakiri is hammer forged in a san mai construction, with a Shirogami #1 core, the purest grade of white paper steel, clad in soft iron that develops a beautiful patina over time. The nakiri profile, flat edge, tall blade, squared tip, is purpose built for vegetable work, delivering clean, efficient cuts with minimal effort. The grind on these knives is particularly impressive for the price, giving them a behind-the-edge thinness that translates directly into cutting performance, and the walnut octagonal handle with black pakka wood ferrule is a recent upgrade that adds a touch of warmth and refinement to an already strong package.
Care Instructions: Carbon steel care is straightforward. Wipe the blade clean during use and dry it immediately after washing. Avoid leaving water or acidic foods on the blade for any length of time. The soft iron cladding will develop a natural patina with use, which adds character and provides a measure of protection. Each knife is made by hand so measurements may vary.
- Maker: Yamashin
- Location: Tosa, Japan
- Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai
- Edge Steel: Shirogami #1 (White Paper Steel)
- Cladding: Soft Iron
- HRC: 60+
- Edge Grind: 50/50
- Handle: Walnut Octagonal
- Ferrule: Black Pakka Wood
- Weight: 6.4 oz (181 g)
- Blade Length: 166 mm
- Total Length: 315 mm
- Spine Thickness at Heel: 3 mm
- Blade Height: 54 mm
