Sakai Takayuki Kuro Blue 2 Nakiri 170mm
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Nakiri – The Vegetable Knife
The nakiri is a traditional Japanese vegetable knife, recognisable by its straight edge and rectangular profile. Designed for clean, even cuts through vegetables and herbs, it excels at push-cutting, chopping and fast, efficient prep. The tall blade provides generous knuckle clearance and keeps chopping movements stable and controlled.
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Kurouchi – Rustic Blacksmith’s Finish
Kurouchi is the dark, textured finish left on the blade after forging. It offers a degree of oxidation resistance while giving each knife a unique, deeply characterful appearance.
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Sakai Takayuki – Centuries of Sakai Craft
Sakai Takayuki is one of the most respected names in Japanese cutlery, representing over 600 years of blade-making tradition in Sakai, Osaka. Working with highly skilled blacksmiths and sharpeners, they create knives known for consistency, balance and exceptional cutting performance. Blending time-honoured techniques with modern precision, their blades are trusted by chefs worldwide.
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Blue 2 – Traditional High-Carbon Steel
Blue #2 is a superbly balanced high-carbon steel offering excellent edge retention and refined sharpness without being overly delicate. A favourite for those who value performance and traditional feel.
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Steel Care
• Hand wash only — never use a dishwasher
• Dry immediately to prevent rust or discolouration
• Use wooden or soft plastic chopping boards
• Store safely in a saya, block or on a magnetic rack
• Sharpen regularly using whetstones
• Carbon steel develops a natural patina over time — protective and normal
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Specifications
• Blade shape: Nakiri
• Maker: Sakai Takayuki
• Blade construction: Stainless clad
• Steel: Blue 2
• Handle: Walnut
• Total length:
• Blade length: 170mm
• Blade height at heel:
• Weight:
• HRC:
• Blade finish: Kurouchi
• Edge grind:
• Thickness behind the edge:
• Spine thickness at heel:
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Age Restriction
You must be 18 or over to purchase this knife. By placing an order, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement. Community Cutlery reserves the right to request age verification and may withhold delivery if suitable proof is not provided.
We ship Tuesday to Saturday using Royal Mail Tracked 24.
All knives ship via an age verified service in accordance with The Offensive Weapons Act 2019, which will mean the postie will need you to be in to receive the delivery & to check your ID if you look under 25.
The law also requires us to carry out a soft age check of the purchaser after checkout, this is done by an automated system that usually doesn't require your input, although we will need to contact you for proof of age if you fail, which can sometimes happen if you use a work address.
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