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Samura Super 5 Nakiri Knife 171 mm
171 mm / SKU: SP5-0043
€110,99
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The edge, in numbers
A Japanese-style nakiri for chopping and slicing vegetables and fruit. The straight 171 mm hammered blade is 5-layer VG-10 Damascus steel (59–61 HRC) with a convex edge.
- Blade material
- VG-10 Damascus5 layers
- Hardness
- 59–61 HRC
- Edge type
- Convex edge
- Blade length
- 171 mmBlade 171 mm of 315 mm overall
The details
A closer look
The Samura Super 5 nakiri knife is a Japanese-style vegetable knife with a straight, square-tipped 171 mm blade. Its straight edge lets you chop without pushing or pulling the blade, so you get evenly cut vegetables, and it suits fruit too. The hammered blade is 5-layer VG-10 Damascus steel, fitted with a black Micarta handle.
Blade and steel
The blade is made from VG-10 Damascus steel in 5 layers and hardened to 59–61 HRC. At this hardness the edge stays sharp through regular use, and a whetstone brings it back when it starts to dull. A hard edge asks for a little care in return: keep it away from bones, frozen food and glass boards.
The edge is sharpened by hand to a convex profile, so the sides of the blade curve gently into the cutting edge instead of meeting in a flat V-shaped bevel. The hammered finish leaves small indentations in the steel and gives the blade a textured look. The blade is 60 mm high.
Handle and balance
The oval handle is made of black Micarta, which SAMURA describes as odour-resistant and crafted for comfort. A stainless steel bolster joins the handle to the blade. SAMURA gives every Super 5 knife a carefully measured weight balance. The knife weighs 234 g net and measures 315 mm overall.
Best uses
- Chopping vegetables without pushing or pulling
- Cutting vegetables into even slices
- Dicing onions
- Slicing and cutting fruit
Care and sharpening
Rinse the knife with hot water and wipe it dry before first use. 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. Use a honing rod between sharpenings, resharpen on a whetstone at the original factory bevel angle of 15–17°, and store the knife in a brush block or knife holder where the blade does not touch metal items.
About the Super 5 series
Every knife in the Super 5 collection pairs a 5-layer blade sharpened by hand with a black oval Micarta handle that gives the series its distinct character. Super 5 knives come in a Japanese-style gift box with a decorative cloth to keep them safe, and like all SAMURA knives, they carry a 2-year warranty.
Key features
- 5-layer VG-10 Damascus steel blade, 59–61 HRC, hammered finish
- Hand-sharpened convex edge, 15–17° factory bevel angle
- Black oval Micarta handle with stainless steel bolster
- 171 mm blade, 315 mm overall, 234 g net weight
- Japanese-style gift box, 2-year warranty
Specifications
Technical details
| Series | Super 5 |
|---|---|
| Knife type | Nakiri knife |
| Purpose | Vegetables & fruits |
| Blade length | 171 mm |
| Total length | 315 mm |
| Blade height | 60 mm |
| Total width | 24 mm |
| Net weight | 234 g |
| Blade material | VG-10 Damascus steel |
| Hardness | 59–61 HRC |
| Steel layers | 5 |
| Blade finish | Hammered |
| Edge type | Convex edge |
| Handle material | Micarta |
| Handle color | Black |
| Bolster | Stainless steel |
| Gift box | Yes |
| Dishwasher safe | No |
| Package dimensions | 37 × 8.5 × 3.3 cm |
| SKU | SP5-0043 |
| EAN | 4751029321978 |
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 Damascus steel: a #1000/#3000 whetstone to sharpen, a #8000 stone for a finer polished edge, a TPU cutting board and a magnetic holder (place the knife spine-first).
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| This knife | Suggested | |
|---|---|---|
| Blade material | VG-10 Damascus steel | AUS-8 stainless steel |
| Hardness | 59–61 HRC | 58–59 HRC |
| Blade length | 171 mm | 167 mm |
| Handle material | Micarta | Pakka wood |
| Edge type | Convex edge | Double-bevel edge |
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What steel is the Samura Super 5 Nakiri Knife 171 mm made of?
The blade is made of VG-10 Damascus steel. It is hardened to 59–61 HRC.
How long is the blade?
The blade is 171 mm long. The total length is 315 mm.
What kind of edge does it have?
Edge type: Convex 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 Damascus steel: a #1000/#3000 whetstone to sharpen, a #8000 stone for a finer polished edge, a TPU cutting board and a magnetic holder (place the knife spine-first).
Does it come in a gift box?
Yes, it comes in a gift box.
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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Premium quality, fair price
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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Packaged to be given
Premium SAMURA packaging makes every knife and set a ready-made gift for anyone who loves to cook.
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Build your own collection
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