🔪 Japanese Knife Yoshida Hamono Zelkova Handle Nakiri Knife Aogami #2 – 165mm

Description

The Yoshida Hamono Aogami #2 Nakiri 165mm is a finely crafted Japanese vegetable knife designed for precision, speed, and daily reliability. Forged with an Aogami #2 carbon steel core clad in stainless steel, it combines exceptional sharpness with easier maintenance. The traditional Nakiri profile, paired with a lightweight Zelkova wood handle, makes it perfectly balanced for smooth chopping and slicing.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 165 mm (6.5″)

• Steel: Aogami #2 core, stainless cladding

• Hardness: 62–64 HRC

• Bevel: 50/50 double bevel (ambidextrous)

• Handle: Zelkova wood

• Weight: ±170 g (balanced and agile)

Ideal For

• Professional chefs seeking speed and consistency in vegetable prep

• Ambitious home cooks preparing stir-fry, salads, and mise en place

• Users who value Japanese precision and long-lasting sharpness

Care Instructions

• Hand wash immediately after use and dry thoroughly

• Store on a magnetic strip or wooden saya to protect the edge

• Sharpen with a 1000/6000 grit whetstone; strop for a mirror finish