Matsubara Blue #2 Nashiji Tall Nakiri 175mm

This is an awesome "tweener" knife that falls between a nakiri and a Chinese cleaver. It's got great cutting action and chops with ease. It also is easy to handle. The knife is constructed from Aogami 2 (Blue #2) carbon steel and clad with stainless steel. This is one of the most popular steels in the world of kitchen knives. The alloy is known for its outstanding edge life and overall toughness.

Brand: Matsubara

Blacksmith: Mr. Tanaka

Location: Nagasaki

Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai

Cladding: Nashiji Stainless

Edge Steel: Blue #2 Carbon Steel

Edge Grind: Even

Weight: 8.5 oz (242 g)

Edge Length: 170 mm

Total Length: 328 mm

Spine Thickness at Heel: 4 mm

Blade Height: 76 mm

Handle: Walnut Octagonal

Ferrule: Black Pakka Wood

Please note that Mr. Tanaka sometimes puts a notch in the tang; this is done on purpose and is not an installation mistake.