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CHEF SUPPLY CO The "Nikuya". Japanese Style 25cm - 10 inch 67 Layer Damascus Slicing Knife with Hammer Finish

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The Nikuya. 25 cm - 10 inch 67 Layer Damascus Slicing Knife with Hammer Finish

Name: The Nikuya. 25 cm - 10 inch 67 Layer Damascus Slicing Knife with Hammer Finish
Brand: CHEF SUPPLY CO
SKU: NIK SLC
Price: 167.0 AUD
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Elevate your culinary artistry with The Nikuya, a Japanese-style slicing knife crafted to combine elegance, precision, and functionality. Featuring a 67-layer Damascus blade with a hammer finish, this knife is designed to deliver exceptional slicing performance for both professional chefs and home cooks alike.

Key Features and Benefits

Exquisite Damascus Blade:
The blade is meticulously crafted with 67 layers of Damascus steel and a VG10 core, ensuring unparalleled sharpness, durability, and a visually striking hammered finish.
Precision Cutting:
With a blade length of 24.5 cm and an edge angle of 9-12°, this knife offers precise and smooth slicing for meats, fish, and more.
Exceptional Hardness:
A Rockwell Hardness rating of 60±2 HRC provides long-lasting sharpness and resistance to wear, making it ideal for heavy-duty slicing tasks.
Comfortable and Ergonomic Handle:
The redwood and ebony handle is thoughtfully designed for a comfortable grip, with dimensions of 13.5 × 2.7 × 2.3 cm, ensuring both stability and control during use.
Unique Half Tang Design:
The blade is securely connected to the handle with strong glue in a half-tang design, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques.

Technical Specifications

Blade:

Material: 67-layer Damascus steel with a VG10 core
Length from heel to tip: 24.5 cm
Blade height: 3.3 cm
Rockwell Hardness: 60±2 HRC
Thickness: 3.0 mm at bolster, 1.0 mm at tip
Edge Angle: 9-12°

Handle:

Material: Red wood and ebony wood
Dimensions: 13.5 × 2.7 × 2.3 cm
Design: Half tang with a strong glue bond

General:

Net Weight: 0.196 kg, 0.524 kg with the gift box
Overall Knife Length: 39 cm - 15.35 inches
Presented In: A premium gift box
Warranty: Limited lifetime warranty against defects and workmanship
Care Instructions: NOT dishwasher safe

The Nikuya is perfect for precision slicing and a must-have for any culinary enthusiast seeking the perfect balance of tradition and innovation.

FAQs

What types of tasks is The Nikuya slicing knife best suited for?

The Nikuya excels at long, clean slicing motions—perfect for brisket, roasts, ham, turkey, smoked meats, and large fish fillets. Its 24.5 cm blade allows you to make smooth, uninterrupted cuts that preserve the texture and presentation of your proteins, which shorter knives often struggle to achieve.

How does the hammered finish improve performance?

The hammered (tsuchime) finish creates tiny air pockets along the blade that reduce food sticking as you slice. This allows meat and fish to release more easily, resulting in cleaner cuts and a smoother slicing experience especially helpful when working with moist proteins or fatty cuts.

Is the half-tang handle strong enough for heavy-duty slicing?

Yes. While traditional full-tang knives offer strength through a continuous metal spine, the Nikuya’s half-tang design is reinforced with industrial-grade bonding, creating a secure and durable connection. The redwood-and-ebony handle provides excellent balance and comfort, making long slicing sessions easier on the wrist.

Can The Nikuya be used as a general chef knife or is it specialized?

The Nikuya is a specialized slicing knife, designed for long, smooth, back-and-forth motions rather than chopping or rocking cuts. It can handle tasks like portioning cooked meats or slicing large vegetables, but it is not intended to replace a chef knife for everyday chopping, dicing, or cutting through bone.

What is the return or warranty policy for this knife?

Chef Supply Co stands by its products and all Chef Supply Co branded products are backed by our limited lifetime warranty. Products not branded Chef Supply Co only carry a 12 month warranty unless the otherwise advised by the manufacturer.

We cover any faults of materials or workmanship at our discretion.

Can this knife cut through bones or frozen foods?

We recommend using a cleaver or specialty knife for bones or frozen items. Using a standard kitchen knife may damage the blade.

Is this knife dishwasher-safe?

We recommend handwashing to protect the blade’s edge and maintain the handle’s integrity. Dishwashers can dull the blade and damage the handle over time.

How should I sharpen this knife?

You can use a whetstone, honing rod, or professional sharpener. Regular honing maintains the edge, while sharpening restores it when dull.

What’s the best way to store this knife?

Store it in a knife block, magnetic strip, blade guard, or sheath to keep the edge protected and prevent accidents.