Masakage Shimo Nakiri - Cutting Edge Knives
Masakage Shimo Nakiri - Cutting Edge Knives
Masakage Shimo Nakiri - Cutting Edge Knives
Masakage Shimo Nakiri - Cutting Edge Knives
Masakage Shimo Nakiri - Cutting Edge Knives
Masakage Shimo Nakiri - Cutting Edge Knives
Masakage Shimo Nakiri - Cutting Edge Knives
Masakage Shimo Nakiri - Cutting Edge Knives
Masakage Shimo Nakiri - Cutting Edge Knives
Masakage Shimo Nakiri - Cutting Edge Knives
Masakage Shimo Nakiri - Cutting Edge Knives
Masakage

Masakage Shimo Nakiri

£165.00

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£165.00

A tall blade shows off even more of this lightweight nakiri's wonderful shimo "frost" pattern and the thin blade will make short work of your vegetables.

 
Product Code: 1857

About this range

First Impressions

Top notch performance as you'd expect from a knife of this level, the Shirogami #2 steel keeps its edge very well and the thin blade runs through various food types very easily and consistently.

Beauty

There's no doubt this is a lovely knife. "Shimo" represents a design of frost on a window and indeed the blacksmith Kurosaki san even created a custom X shaped hammer to create the unique shape on the blade.

The overall matt finish matched with the very light octagonal magnolia handle and black pakka wood collar combine nicely overall.

In Hand

Light, thin and comfortable with a range of jobs, we had no concerns about using this for a range of tasks.

Durability

The hard blade will keep its edge for a long time and last longer between sharpening than many other knives although as it's a thin cutting edge there's a compromise to be struck between that sharpness and cutting with care and attention.

Ease of Care

The Shimo is not a stainless knife and if not kept dry between uses it will develop a yellow patina across the blade. This doesn't affect the use of the knife but it is a consideration, if this concerns you then maybe look for a knife that is clad in stainless steel.

Our Verdict

In our opinion the Shimo represents a great balance between quality, looks and price so is a great investment if it's your first Japanese knife but is also perfectly at home in experienced hands that want something that stands out in a collection. 

Knife Measurements - Masakage Shimo Nakiri

  • Blade Length: 160mm (Measurement of the cutting edge)
  • Total Length: 310mm (Blade tip to handle end)
  • Blade Height: 59mm (Heel to spine)
  • Blade Thickness: 4mm (Spine width above the heel)
  • Total Weight: 144 grams

Range Specifications

Our aim is to measure and photograph our products as accurately as possible but due to many items being handmade, finished or using natural materials, there can be minor variance in measurements and things such as blade or wood finishes can vary. We will always endeavour to provide the most accurate measurements, photos and descriptions of our products.

Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.

Meet the maker

Yu Kurosaki

The youngest blacksmith to be granted the title of Master Nokaji and senior teacher at Takefu Knife Village, the skill and craft put into each of his knives is clear to see.

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