Nakaya Heiji has a rich history and was among some of the pioneers who helped pave the way to what we know now as the modern-day knife industry in Japan. Their yanagiba are very uncommon.
Brand: Nakaya Heiji 中屋平次
Made in: Mito City, Ibaraki - Japan
Smith: Nakaya Heiji 中屋平次
Sharpener: Nakaya Heiji 中屋平次
Line: Semi Stainless
Profile: Gyuto/Chef
Edge Length: 300mm
Blade Height: 34.7mm
Edge Steel: Swedish Semi Stainless
Steel Type: Semi Stainless
Construction: Awase/Ni-Mai
Cladding: Soft Stainless
Finish: Migaki (standard)
Bevel: Single
Bevel Symmetry: 0/100
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Handle Shape: Oval Octagonal
Handle Material: Oak
Ferrule/Bolster Material: Buffalo Horn Ferrule
Total Length: 432mm
Spine Length: 287mm
Thickness of Spine at Handle: 4.3mm
Thickness ½ way: 4mm
Thickness ~1cm from Tip: 1.3mm
Handle Length: 144.5mm
Weight: 238g
Saya/Guard: Sold Separately
Please note: These pictures and measurements are examples. Individual items may differ slightly in appearance and measurements.
Care advisement: This blade is fully carbon and care must be taken to avoid rust. Wipe dry after each use and ideally between preparing different products, especially when using acidic and salty products. A patina will form over time helping increase stain resistance slightly. Hand wash and dry only. Store away from liquids and open windows. Keep the blade covered when storing or traveling. Use only on appropriate cutting surfaces such as soft woods and plastics.
