Norvic Blickling Nakiri Knife
Japanese San Mai Steel. Italian Olive Wood. Finished in Norfolk.
If the Chef’s knife is the captain, the Nakiri is the specialist. This double-bevelled vegetable cleaver is designed for one purpose: processing high volumes of produce without fatigue. Unlike a curved European blade, the Blickling Nakiri features a flat edge profile. This allows you to chop straight down to the board, ensuring clean, complete cuts every time—no more "accordion" vegetables that are still attached at the bottom.
The Steel: 3-Layer San Mai
The blade is crafted from AUS-10, a premium high-carbon Japanese steel hardened to 60 HRC. Because vegetable prep involves repeated impact with the chopping board, edge retention is critical. This hard core is sandwiched between two layers of softer stainless steel (the "San Mai" method) for durability. The blade features a distinctive hammered finish, which isn't just aesthetic; it creates air pockets that prevent starchy vegetables like potatoes and cucumbers from sticking to the side of the knife.
The Handle: Italian Olive Wood
We’ve moved away from synthetic plastics. The handle is sculpted from natural Italian Olive Wood, chosen for its warmth and tactile grip. The lightweight nature of the wood balances the rectangular blade perfectly, making the knife feel nimble rather than heavy. Because it’s a natural material, the grain on every single knife is unique.
The Norvic Difference: Hand-Finished in Norfolk
Most brands ship knives straight from the factory box. We don't. Before this knife reaches you, it is processed in our Norfolk workshop. We regrind the edge on a water-cooled Tormek stone to a precise 15 degrees, then hone it on leather, and finally strop it with 1-micron diamond suspension. The result? A "silent" edge that falls through peppers and tomatoes without bruising them.
Specifications:
- Core Steel: Japanese AUS-10 (60 HRC)
- Construction: 3-Layer San Mai with Hammered Finish
- Blade Shape: Nakiri (Vegetable Cleaver - Flat Profile)
- Handle: Natural Olive Wood (Ergonomic Octagonal profile)
- The Edge: Hand-finished to 1 Micron (Mirror Polish)
- Includes: Magnetic Wooden Blade Guard (Saya)
Care Note: This knife contains high-carbon steel and natural wood. Hand wash only and dry immediately. Do not put in the dishwasher.
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Norvic Warranty
At Norvic Knives, we take immense pride in the performance,
craftsmanship, and materials of our knives, which is why we offer a lifetime
warranty. Our commitment to excellence ensures that all our knives come with a
lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects, provided they are properly
cared for. Please take a moment to review our care instructions.
Exclusions from the
Norvic Guarantee:
• Normal wear and tear
• Accidental damage
• Damage due to negligence or abuse
• Failure to follow our care instructions
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warranty does not cover defects resulting from normal wear and tear, misuse,
negligence, or any use of the product beyond its intended purpose or outside
our care guidelines. Our guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
If your knife is found to be defective from manufacture warranty purposes and qualifies for
replacement under our warranty, Norvic Knives will provide a replacement of the
same item whenever possible. If the specific item is no longer available or out
of stock, we reserve the right to substitute it with a comparable item of equal
quality and value.
Norvic Blickling Nakiri Knife