WÜSTHOF Classic Nakiri Knife – Hollow Edge Vegetable Cleaver for Ultra-Thin Slices

Bring precision, power, and beauty to your vegetable prep with the WÜSTHOF Classic Hollow Edge Nakiri Knife, a fusion of Japanese craftsmanship and German engineering. With its broad, straight-edged blade and razor-sharp PEtec edge, this Nakiri—also known as an Usuba knife—is designed for effortless chopping, dicing, and paper-thin slicing of produce, herbs, and even boneless meats.

The hollow-edge indentations (granton edge) prevent food from clinging to the blade, so your cuts stay fast, clean, and accurate. Perfect for traditional techniques like hantsuki-giri or for crafting visually perfect veggie platters, the Nakiri is a favorite among professionals and home chefs alike. The full tang construction adds heft and balance, while the ergonomic triple-riveted handle ensures comfort during extended use 🥒🍠.

🔹 Available in 5" or 7" Blade Lengths – Tailor your choice to your cooking style
🔹 Hollow Edge (Granton Blade) – Prevents sticking for smooth, thin slices
🔹 Ideal for Vegetables, Herbs & Boneless Meats – Perfect for clean cuts and fine prep
🔹 Precision-Forged from X50 CrMoV15 Steel – Sharp, strong, and corrosion resistant
🔹 Full Tang & Triple-Riveted Handle – Durable, balanced, and comfortable
🔹 Made in Solingen, Germany – World-class quality since 1814
🔹 Lifetime Guarantee – Trusted by chefs, built to last

Item Numbers:

• 5" – 1040132613 (formerly 4193-7/13)

• 7" – 1040132617 (formerly 4193-7)

💎 WÜSTHOF Classic Series – The Gold Standard in Forged Cutlery

Every WÜSTHOF Classic knife is precision-forged from a single piece of high-carbon stainless steel, ensuring optimal sharpness, balance, and edge retention. The X50 CrMoV15 alloy provides excellent resistance to staining, pitting, and wear over time.

Steel Composition Breakdown:

• X = Stainless Steel

• 50 = 0.5% Carbon – For long-lasting sharpness

• Cr = Chromium (15%) – For stain and rust resistance

• Mo = Molybdenum – Improves strength

• V = Vanadium – Enhances hardness and edge retention

The synthetic handle is triple-riveted and seamlessly attached to the full tang, offering ergonomic grip and food-safe construction 🧼.

🛠️ Why Choose a Forged Nakiri Knife?

Forged blades undergo a heat-intensive process for increased strength, density, and stability, making them superior to stamped knives in every way. With a full tang and finely balanced weight, the Classic Nakiri provides the control you need for intricate cuts and professional presentation ⚖️.

From sushi prep to stir-fry chopping, the WÜSTHOF Classic Hollow Edge Nakiri Knife brings finesse, function, and finesse to every cut 🌿✨.

Care of Knives

Honing and Sharpening 

Honing or sharpening depends on whether your knife has lost its sharpness or if it is really blunt. A blade's loss of sharpness can be treated using a honing steel. For dull, blunt knives, use a sharpener. To ensure a beautifully sharp blade, we recommend you hone your knives regularly, after each use.  Regular honing prevents blades from deteriorating quickly.

Cleaning

Clean your knives right after use. Thoroughly wash your blades with a non-abrasive sponge or brush, then dry immediately afterwards. Use warm soapy water. Always carefully dry your knives with the blade facing away from you to prevent unintentional injuries. While Wusthof knives are suitable to clean in the dishwasher, we recommend you hand wash only to prolong the life of your blades. Dishwashers can cause your blades to rub against objects during the cycle, causing the blades to deteriorate.  

Proper Storage

Proper storage of your knives and accessories ensures they will last for a very long time. There are three ways we recommend storing your knives and honing steels; knife blocks, magnetic bar holders, and special cases and space saving rolls. Knife blocks help your knives to sit beautifully on your counter top, while keeping them close at hand. Magnetic bars safely hold your knives and provide space. Special cases and space saving rolls allow you to easily transport your knives without causing damage or harm. Make sure your knives are completely dry before storing to protect the quality of the cutlery and accessories. 

Warranty

WÜSTHOF cutlery is manufactured with the highest quality standards and fulfills the required DIN (German Industry Standard) as well as the EN (European Standard).
WÜSTHOF cutlery is fully warranted to be free of defects in material and craftsmanship. The warranty does not apply for normal wear or misuse. Wusthof knife storage accessories are not covered under warranty.