Kikusumi NATUR Charred Chestnut Nakiri Knife 16cm

Kikusumi NATUR Charred Chestnut Nakiri Knife 16cm BLADE: Hi-Cr Stainless Steel FINISH: Tsuchime HANDLE: Charred Chestnut handle HRC: 60-61 Weight: 125g Blade Length: 16 cm Handle Length: 5” / 13 cm ORIGIN: 100 % Handcrafted in Seki Japan NATUR SERIES The NATUR collection is 100 % forged and handcrafted in Japan for those who love the craftsmanship and values of the artisan tradition. Traditional & modern forging combined to produce high quality steel accented with natural woods and detailed refinements. NATUR series of knives are built with sustainably harvested woods that will last a lifetime.  NATUR captures the best qualities of the forging spirit in a knife that is authentically artisan in every detail.  It offers the cook a remarkably precise cutting tool with a rustic yet refined aesthetic. SUSTAINABLY HARVESTED WOOD At Kikusumi we are committed to a future where we grow our resources and replace them.  This means we choose wood resources that are being managed to replace what is taken.  When sourced responsibly, wood can play a big part in helping tackle climate change as healthy forests help offset carbon emissions.  Today responsible forest stewardship is an important element of sustainable growth and Kikusumi sakura handles fulfill this goal of using resources responsibly. ERGONOMIC Octagonal wa handles are ideal for both left and right hand cooks. They mirror the contours of the hand which is why they have superior ergonomics. Flexible grip holds are another reason - whether straight cuts or peeling ‘katsura’ cutting the octagonal handle beats the western grip handles on skill performance. Ergonomic & ambidextrous make them the ideal handle crafted by Kikusumi artisans. NAKIRI NATUR nakiri is a versatile cutting tool capable of handling most vegetable & fruit cutting tasks effficiently.  Nakiri knife has a uniquely shaped blade that makes it optimal for preparing vegetables. The blade is wide from heel to tip so it can process vegetables evenly and with a variety of motions that allow the blade to do most of the work. . Whether pushing the knife down and forward or using the Japanese katsura peeling motion, the NATUR Nakiri makes it easy with its thin, sharp and solid blade.  This nakiri knife is a must have in kitchens processing large amounts of vegetables and fruit for smoothies, soups and salads  For preparing fruit and vegetables the NATUR Nakiri is a remarkably consistent and precise tool to own with a beautiful look and feel that inspires. This could be the go to knife for vegan cooks, vegetarians or professionals working with a lot of vegetable preparations GIFT READY Kikusumi NATUR kitchen knives make the perfect for special occasions like a wedding gift, birthday gift, college or university graduation gift for him or her, for fathers or mothers day or for the young cook or chef just starting out. SHIPPING INFO Please provide a telephone # for the courier to contact at the time of purchase. HANDLING We generally shipped your order within the next 1 to 2 business days. *We will deliver the products in stock immediately PRODUCT PHOTOS The picture showing on the item page is a representative image of the product. The product shipped will be similar but please be aware the actual color, pattern, shape and size may slightly differ from the pictures shown regarding items hand-made by the artists and made using natural materials such as wood. -- TAX & DUTIES -- Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are solely the buyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.