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Samura Shadow Nakiri Knife 170 mm
170 mm / SKU: SH-0043
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The edge, in numbers
A Japanese-style 170 mm nakiri for chopping vegetables, herbs and fruit. Its wide AUS-8 stainless steel blade (58–59 HRC) has a black non-stick coating; the handle is black ABS plastic.
- Blade material
- AUS-8
- Hardness
- 58–59 HRC
- Edge type
- Double-bevel edge
- Blade length
- 170 mmBlade 170 mm of 299 mm overall
The details
A closer look
The Samura Shadow nakiri knife is a Japanese-style vegetable knife with a 170 mm blade. Its traditionally wide, thin blade is shaped a little like a hatchet and made for vegetables and herbs: you can chop a salad quickly or make fine, decorative cuts without crushing or cracking the food. You can also use it to slice fruit.
Blade and steel
The blade is made from a single layer of AUS-8 stainless steel, hardened to 58–59 HRC. At this hardness the edge holds up to daily chopping, and when it needs attention, you can bring it back on a whetstone without much effort. AUS-8 is a corrosion-resistant steel, but it still pays to wash and dry the knife soon after use.
A black non-stick coating covers the blade. It helps stop slices from clinging to the steel as you cut, and it gives the knife its dark, understated look. The double-bevel edge is ground on both sides of the blade, which keeps resharpening straightforward. The blade is 51 mm high.
Handle and balance
The handle is made of black ABS plastic, a durable material that is comfortable to hold, and it matches the black blade. The knife weighs 131 g net and measures 299 mm overall, so it is light in the hand.
Best uses
- Chopping vegetables for salads
- Slicing vegetables
- Making fine, decorative cuts in vegetables
- Chopping fresh herbs
- Slicing fruit
Care and sharpening
Before first use, rinse the knife with hot water and wipe it dry. After that, wash it by hand with non-abrasive materials and wipe it dry; a dishwasher is not recommended, and the knife should not be left in the sink for long. Cut on wooden or plastic boards, never on glass, and leave bones to a SAMURA cleaver and frozen food to a double-sided saw knife with a serrated blade. Keep the knife in a brush block or knife holder where the blade does not touch metal items, use a honing rod between sharpenings and sharpen on a whetstone at the original factory bevel angle of 15–17°.
About the Shadow series
The Shadow series covers the most popular kitchen knife types in a sleek, austere black-on-black design: AUS-8 blades with a black non-stick coating and durable, comfortable ABS plastic handles. Like all SAMURA knives, this nakiri comes with a 2-year warranty.
Key features
- AUS-8 stainless steel blade, 58–59 HRC
- Black non-stick coating, double-bevel edge
- Wide 170 mm blade, 51 mm high
- Black ABS plastic handle; 299 mm overall, 131 g net
- 2-year warranty
Specifications
Technical details
| Series | Shadow |
|---|---|
| Knife type | Nakiri knife |
| Purpose | Vegetables & fruits |
| Blade length | 170 mm |
| Total length | 299 mm |
| Blade height | 51 mm |
| Total width | 16 mm |
| Net weight | 131 g |
| Blade material | AUS-8 stainless steel |
| Hardness | 58–59 HRC |
| Steel layers | 1 |
| Blade finish | Black non-stick coating |
| Edge type | Double-bevel edge |
| Handle material | ABS plastic |
| Handle color | Black |
| Dishwasher safe | No |
| Package dimensions | 39 × 8.2 × 3 cm |
| SKU | SH-0043 |
| EAN | 4751029320971 |
Specifications: SAMURA product data
Care & sharpening
Keep it sharp
- Before first use, rinse with hot water and wipe dry.
- Use only on wooden or plastic cutting boards, never on glass.
- Take care with food that contains bones: use a SAMURA cleaver for meat and bones and a double-sided saw knife with a serrated blade for frozen food.
- Clean by hand with non-abrasive materials and wipe dry. A dishwasher is not recommended.
- Do not leave knives in the sink for a long time.
- Store in a brush block or knife holder so that the blade does not touch metal items.
- Sharpen on a whetstone and keep the original factory bevel angle of 15–17°. Use a honing rod between sharpenings, moving the edge along the rod from the handle to the point.
- Never test sharpness with bare hands; use a piece of paper.
Care and keep
Care kit for this knife
Chosen for AUS-8 steel: a #1000/#3000 whetstone to restore and refine the edge, an angle holder to keep the angle steady, a TPU cutting board and a magnetic holder.
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What steel is the Samura Shadow Nakiri Knife 170 mm made of?
The blade is made of AUS-8 stainless steel. It is hardened to 58–59 HRC.
How long is the blade?
The blade is 170 mm long. The total length is 299 mm.
What kind of edge does it have?
Edge type: Double-bevel edge.
How do I keep it sharp?
Wash it by hand, dry it straight away and cut on a wooden or plastic board. Chosen for AUS-8 steel: a #1000/#3000 whetstone to restore and refine the edge, an angle holder to keep the angle steady, a TPU cutting board and a magnetic holder.
How fast is delivery, and can I return it?
Standard shipping is free from €79 and EU delivery usually takes 2–5 business days. You can return it within 14 days, and it has a 2-year legal guarantee.
Four reasons to choose SAMURA
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Ultra-sharp from the first cut
Steel guideJapanese-grade AUS-8, AUS-10, VG-10 and Damascus steels, hardened to 58–61 HRC and sharpened to a razor-sharp, precise edge.
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All seriesThe steel, finish and design of high-end Japanese-style knives without the luxury mark-up: a premium knife you can use every day.
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