{"product_id":"masutani-vg1-tsuchime-nakiri-165mm-steel-oak-handle","title":"Masutani VG1 Tsuchime Nakiri 165mm Steel Oak Handle","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKnife Type: Nakiri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSteel Type: VG 1 Tsuchime  (stain-resistant)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBlade Hardness: HRC 60-61\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBlade Length: 165mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHandle Material: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmoke-Blown Oak, Octagonal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Masutani Hamono VG1 Tsuchime Nakiri is a knife I highly recommend to anyone looking for a lightweight, easy-to-use Japanese vegetable knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted in Echizen, Fukui Prefecture—one of Japan’s most respected knife-making regions—this knife offers an excellent balance of sharpness, ease of use, durability, and value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade with a VG1 stainless steel core and stainless cladding, the blade offers very good sharpness while remaining easy to maintain. VG1 is a fine-grained, stain-resistant stainless steel, making it a practical choice for everyday use in both home and professional kitchens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 165mm Nakiri is designed specifically for vegetable preparation. Its wide, flat blade is ideal for chopping, slicing, and push-cutting vegetables, from onions and cabbage to herbs and root vegetables. The tall blade also provides comfortable knuckle clearance and makes it easy to scoop prepared ingredients from the board.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe one-piece octagonal smoke-blown oak handle keeps the knife lightweight and comfortable in the hand, providing excellent control during longer prep sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining excellent cutting performance, traditional Japanese craftsmanship, easy maintenance, and great value, the Masutani VG1 Tsuchime Nakiri is a knife I confidently recommend to home cooks and professional chefs looking for a dedicated vegetable knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e As these knives are handmade, there may be slight variations in dimensions, finish, colour, and handle appearance from knife to knife. The knife you receive may differ slightly from the one pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MASUTANI HAMONO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52506762117400,"sku":null,"price":179.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0908\/9141\/9928\/files\/Masutani_VG1_Tsuchime_KOB_Nakiri160_1.jpg?v=1786496478","url":"https:\/\/japaneseknifegarage.com.au\/products\/masutani-vg1-tsuchime-nakiri-165mm-steel-oak-handle","provider":"JAPANESE KNIFE GARAGE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}