Nakiri
MAKER
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Akira-Saku
iMade exclusively for Chubo, the Akira Saku line is completely hand-forged and shaped by 3rd generation blacksmith Shoji Yoshida using no automation in the process.
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Karaku
iThis line is forged in the Tosa region of Shikoku by blacksmith Michikuni Tokaji, using Aogami #1. The dark, traditional kuroichi finish offers protection from discoloration.
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Kazan
iThe Kazan line is made exclusively for Chubo. A top choice in professional kitchens, Kazan knives are available in a wide range of steel types and finishes.
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Sakai Takayuki
iSakai City has a history of blade crafting spanning over 600 years. Some of Japan's finest blacksmiths work under the Sakai Takayuki umbrella. We carry 11 different lines, from stainless VG10 to Blue Steel Honyaki and everything in the middle.
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Takeda
iTakeda knives are handmade by blacksmith Shosui Takeda in Okayama, Japan. Mr. Takeda is a 3rd generation master blacksmith and each knife is carefully and painstakingly forged and tempered out of Blue Aogami Super Steel.
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Tojiro
iTojiro knives offer exceptional value for the price. A favorite of line cooks, these knives get razor sharp and maintain a great edge even under professional use.
MATERIAL
SHAPES
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Chef's Knife
iAll purpose kitchen knife, ranging from 7-10"s
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Vegetable Knife
iStraight blades for all purpose vegetable work
BEVEL
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50/50 Right or Left Handed
iBlade is sharpened equally on both sides for right or left handed use.
STEEL TYPE
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Blue #1
iSimilar to Blue Steel #2, but with added Tungsten and Carbon for increased durability.
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Blue #2
iBlue Carbon Steels are a bit tougher with better edge retention than white steels.
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White #1
iThis pure carbon steel is favored by blacksmiths because it responds well to different types of forging, creating a great end product.
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VG10
iThis high quality stainless steel is one of the most widely used steel types, it is easy to sharpen, has solid edge retention while still being easy to sharpen. It is manufactured by the Takefu Special Steel Company and has an HRC of 60-61.
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Aogami Super
iThis blue steel is one of the most sought after in knife making because it’s tough, gets super sharp and holds an edge for a long time.
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SRS-13
iSRS-13 is a stainless, hard powdered steel which holds an edge for a long time.
COLLECTION
Nakiri
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