The Usuba blade shape is a traditional Japanese vegetable knife, therefore it is primarily used for this purpose. Despite its axe-like shape, it is not suitable for cutting bones.
Usuba Knife
Blade Material
The blade of the Seki Magoroku Redwood series is made from 1K6 high-carbon stainless steel with a hardness of 57 (±1) HRC (a knife with a hardness above 56 HRC is considered good). It features long-lasting edge retention and exceptional sharpness. The single-sided sharpening traditionally used for Japanese knives minimizes friction between the blade and the material being cut, providing the precision required for cutting.
The blade length is 17 cm.
Handle
The handle with the traditional chestnut shape is made of pakkawood. The high-quality resin added to the wood makes the material particularly durable, moisture-resistant, and comfortable to hold.
The length of the handle is 13.5 cm.
Cutting board
It is recommended to make cuts on wooden or plastic cutting surfaces. Glass, stone, and marble cutting surfaces are unsuitable, as they can cause permanent damage to the knife blades.
Cleaning
Wash the knife with warm water before using it for the first time. After each use, make sure to wash the knife without delay (with a simple detergent) and dry it with a soft cloth. Especially if you have cut acidic foods, you must wash the knife immediately after use.
For your safety, you should always wipe the knife away from your body and away from the edge, with a cloth or towel.
It is not recommended to wash it in the dishwasher but by hand, in order to protect its material and maintain its sharpness for a long time.
Sharpening
No matter how sharp a knife is initially, after some use it needs sharpening, which you can achieve with a sharpener, whetstone, or honing rod.
You can tell if your knife cuts well with an easy test using the knife and a piece of paper. A sharp knife can easily and cleanly cut a piece of paper. In contrast, a knife that needs sharpening will struggle and its cut will be jagged.
It is also recommended to occasionally have your knives sharpened by a professional to repair any potential damage to the blade edge and to maintain sharpness.
- Product Number
- MGR-0165U
- Type
- Nakiri
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Handle Material
- Wooden
- Japanese
- Yes
- Professional Series
- No
- Household Use
- Yes
- Pieces
- 1 pcs
- Blade Length
- 17 cm
- Colour
- Brown
- with Non-Stick Coating
- No
- Dishwasher safe
- No
Important information
Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.