Masutani VG1 Tsuchime Nakiri 170mm

Experience VG1 Stainless Steel in a Laser-Thin Nakiri Built for Vegetables

The Masutani VG1 Tsuchime Nakiri 170mm is made in Echizen, Japan from VG1 stainless steel with a hammered tsuchime finish and a thin laser grind behind the edge. One of the best value nakiri knives available - precise, low-maintenance, and built for serious vegetable work.

The Specs

• Steel: VG1 stainless - stainless clad
• Finish: Tsuchime (hammered) - reduces drag and food sticking
• Grind: 50/50 V-bevel, thin laser grind
• Blade length: 160mm
• Blade height: 53mm
• Blade thickness: 1.5mm
• Total length: 300mm
• Weight: 120g
• Handle: Octagonal black chacate
• Origin: Echizen, Japan

The Nakiri Advantage

The nakiri is Japan's dedicated vegetable knife - a flat-profiled, double-bevelled blade designed for the push-cut and pull-cut style that keeps the full edge in contact with the board. VG1 stainless steel is closely related to VG10 in terms of corrosion resistance and edge retention, but at a more accessible price point. The thin laser grind behind the edge means the Masutani cuts through vegetables with minimal resistance - onions, carrots, cabbage, and herbs all yield cleanly without the wedging you get from thicker blades. The tsuchime hammered finish reduces drag and helps food release from the flat. The octagonal black chacate handle is lightweight and well-balanced for extended prep sessions.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash and dry - dishwasher not recommended
• Hone regularly with a ceramic or fine honing rod
• Sharpen on Japanese water stones
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife block to protect the edge