Vintage Tojiro Nakiri Knife 170mm Carbon Steel 2151

Experience the Blade That Makes Vegetables the Star

This vintage Tojiro Nakiri 170mm is a fully forged carbon steel vegetable knife that has never been used - found in its original box, with a magnolia wood handle and the kind of flat profile that makes prep work feel effortless.

The Specs

• Brand: Tojiro
• Steel: Carbon Steel
• Blade length: 170mm
• Bevel: Double bevel
• Handle: Magnolia Wood
• Construction: Fully forged
• Origin: Made in Japan
• Condition: Second hand - never used
• Original box: Included

The Nakiri

Tojiro is one of Japan's most trusted knife brands - known for producing professional-quality blades at honest prices, and used in serious kitchens across the country. The nakiri is Japan's dedicated vegetable knife: a flat-edged, rectangular blade designed for push cuts and pull cuts without the rocking motion of a Western chef's knife. The flat profile means the entire edge contacts the board on every stroke, producing clean, even cuts through everything from daikon to cabbage to herbs. At 170mm it is compact enough for precise work but long enough to handle larger produce in a single pass. Carbon steel sharpens to a finer edge than stainless and develops a patina with use. The magnolia wood handle is lightweight and traditional - a classic pairing for a blade like this. Never used, original box included.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after washing to prevent rust
• Apply a light coat of food-safe oil if storing long-term
• Hone regularly on a ceramic rod or leather strop
• Sharpen on a whetstone; 1000-3000 grit for maintenance, 6000+ for finishing
• Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife roll - never loose in a drawer