Mac Professional Nakiri – 170mm (Made in Japan)

Experience precision and ease in vegetable preparation with the Mac Professional Nakiri 170mm. This expertly crafted Japanese-style knife features a thin, straight-edged, double-beveled blade designed to slice, dice, and chop fruits and vegetables cleanly and smoothly—no rocking motion needed.

Inspired by the traditional Usuba knife, the Nakiri excels at delicate techniques like Katsura-muki, allowing you to create ultra-thin sheets of vegetables such as daikon radish and cucumber. Its wide, rectangular blade also doubles as a convenient scoop for transferring chopped ingredients directly to your cooking vessel.

Crafted from high-carbon MV steel and finished with a durable black pakkawood handle, this knife delivers exceptional sharpness, rust resistance, and ergonomic balance—making it a must-have for both home cooks and professional chefs.

Key Features:

• Blade Length: 170mm
• Blade Material: High-carbon chrome Molybdenum Vanadium (MV) steel
• Blade Layers: Single Layer
• Hardness: ±60 Rockwell
• Handle: Black resin Pakkawood with bolster for enhanced balance and durability
• Edge: 15° double bevel on both sides
• Collection: Mac Pro
• Made in Japan 

Ideal For:

• Slicing, dicing, and chopping vegetables and fruits
• Mastering traditional Japanese techniques such as Katsura-muki
• Vertical chopping of dense vegetables like cabbage and celeriac
• Scooping and transferring chopped ingredients with ease

Why Choose This Nakiri?

• Straight edge ensures full blade contact for precise, even cuts
• Wide blade doubles as a handy scoop
• Lightweight and perfectly balanced for effortless control
• Designed for vertical chopping and delicate slicing without bruising vegetables

Pro Tip:

Opt for a Nakiri with a slightly curved tip if you want to perform roll-cutting (Julienne or chiffonade) in addition to vertical chopping. Avoid using this knife on bones, frozen foods, or hard items to preserve blade sharpness and durability.