170mm Nigara AS Wa Santoku
170mm Nigara AS Wa Santoku
Niagara Hamono dates back to the Edo period in Japan, now crafting knives in the spirit of the families lineage of swordsmiths, and is located in the capital of Aomori prefecture. https://nigara.jp/en/company
Location: Hirosaki, Japan
Line: AS
Construction: San mai
Edge Steel: Aogami Super (Blue Super) HRC~63
Cladding: Stainless
Finish: Pattern hammered
Edge Grind: 50/50 (Double Bevel)
Handle: 8-sided teak with buffalo horn ferrule
Weight: ~ 164g
Blade Length: ~169mm
Overall Length: ~310mm
Thickness at Heel: ~2.4mm
Blade Height: ~50.1mm
This is a food prep knife designed for users who value excellent sharpness and edge retention.
The best sharpening tools for Japanese knives are leather strops and fine whetstones.
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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