Masutani Hamono VG1 Nakiri japanese-knife-handles Taking inspiration from cocktail pins

Taking inspiration from cocktail pins found at bars and antique shops in Kyoto

The IZ-1121 Naniwa sink bridge is a compact and robust

hardness and edge retention of his knives is simply stunning

its traditional construction also adds a little extra weight which really helps this knife power through vegetables with ease

plenty of height a subtle distal taper and versatile thin kiritsuke tip

Masutani Hamono VG1 Nakiri japanese-knife-handles Taking inspiration from cocktail pinsPoised and ready to make short work of all your veggies, the unique pattern of hammer finish isn't just for looks it's to help the knife glide through the food and release as you cut and the classy burnt oak handle offsets the great looking blade with a traditional style. This wa handle version of the nakiri is taller than the yo handled version for those who prefer a bit more clearance in their knives.