Samura Artifact Nakiri Knife 6.8/173 mm, AUS-10 with 5 layers HRC-61

The Samura ARTEFACT Nakiri 173 mm kitchen knife is a traditional Japanese knife for vegetables, herbs, and precise chopping. Its wide straight blade is convenient for fine slicing, quick ingredient preparation, and transferring food from the board to a pan, wok, or bowl.

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Brief
The 173 mm blade is suitable for cabbage, salad leaves, dill, parsley, vegetables, and herbs. The straight cutting edge provides a clean cut, while the wide blade shape helps you work quickly and accurately.

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Functionality
Nakiri is especially convenient for those who often prepare vegetable dishes, WOK recipes, and oriental-style cuisine. It helps with chopping, thin slicing, and neat ingredient preparation without unnecessary movements.

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Materials
The blade is made of 5-layer Japanese AUS-10 steel. This steel retains sharpness well and is suitable for frequent kitchen use. The full-metal construction of the Artefact series makes the knife strong, durable, and visually distinctive.

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Care
Hand washing is recommended, followed by immediate drying. Do not use a dishwasher, abrasive cleaners, or store the knife in a damp environment for long periods, in order to preserve the blade’s sharpness and metal finish.

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Ergonomics
The wide blade and well-balanced construction make the knife comfortable for rhythmic chopping and precise slicing. The metal handle flows smoothly into the blade, sits securely in the hand, and provides confident control during use.