170mm Ittetsu VG10 Damascus Nakiri Wa Handle
170mm Ittetsu VG10 Damascus Nakiri Wa Handle
Etsu Knives is located in Echizen Fukui prefecture
Location: Echizen, Japan.
Line: IWZ
Construction: San mai
Edge Steel: VG10 (HRC ~62)
Cladding: Damascus Stainless Steel
Finish: Migaki Tsuchime
Edge Grind: 50/50 (Double Bevel)
Handle: Octagonal pakka wood, brown with black ferrule.
Weight: ~185g
Blade Length: 170mm
Overall Length: ~310mm
Thickness at Heel: ~2mm
Blade Height: ~48mm
This is a food prep knife designed for users who value excellent sharpness and edge retention.
Japanese chef knives are brittle and are designed for cutting soft tissue foods. High Carbon steel chef knives can rust if not kept dry.
***A Note On 2025 Tarriffs for U.S. and International Customers***
***A Note On 2025 Tarriffs for U.S. and International Customers***
Beginning April 5, 2025, Japanese imports entering the U.S. will be subject to a 10% tariff, increasing prices for domestic customers of District Cutlery.
International customers may face additional customs charges, including local VAT and duties with applicable fees, potentially remitted to regulatory authorities on their behalf to ensure compliance. These tariffs may effect costs until further notice.
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