Kazan V1 Nakiri 165mm (6.5")
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Description
Made in Tosa, Japan from V1 steel, a stainless steel similar to VG10. The V1 knives are tough and hold a great edge, while being easy to sharpen.
Hand sharpened and handled from durable pakkawood, Kazan is made exclusively for Echi .
Why we love it: This knife is the perfect workhorse and at a price point that makes for a great introduction to Japanese knives.
About this shape
Nakiri knives are the double edged Western style equivalent of a single-edged Japanese usuba knife. Thanks to their straight blade, nakiri are ideal for julienne, brunoise allumette an other precision knife cuts for vegetables. Also a great tool for cutting into very hard skinned produce like pumpkins and squash.
Specifications
| Handle material | Pakkawood |
| Blade length | 165 mm (6.4") |
| Thickness at spine | 1.8 mm |
| Thickness at tip | 1.2 mm |
| Hardness (Rockwell scale) | 60 |
| Edge / Bevel | Double (50/50) |
| Blade height heel to spine | 45mm |
Use & Care
- Handwash in warm water and towel dry
- Do not cut frozen foods
- Use a sharpening stone, not a honing steel, to re-sharpen your Japanese chef knives
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Shipping & Delivery
- Free shipping on orders over $75 USD. Orders ship via FedEx or UPS from Japan, arriving in 4-7 business days.
- Available to 150+ countries. Free shipping on orders over $75 USD. Delivery in 7-10 business days.
- A tracking link will be sent via email upon shipment.
- Customers are responsible for any import duties or taxes upon arrival.
Returns & Refunds
- Items can be returned within 30 days if unused and in original packaging.
- Contact support@echiknife.com with photos before returning the item.
Customers cover return shipping fees. - Processed after inspection, credited to the original payment method.
- Engraved/customized items cannot be refunded. Only defective items are eligible for replacement.
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