Description
Artist Korben Bloomfield is known for high-precision, high-performance cutlery that fuses bold, distinctive style with world-class technical refinement, and the Water Chestnut Nakiri is a shining example. Forged from Swedish-made Sandvik 10C28Mo2 stainless steel, an alloy engineered specifically for cutting tools, the 165mm / 6.5” blade delivers Korben’s exceptional compound, symmetrical S-grind geometry for smooth, effortless vegetable chopping. Finished with silky, hand-sanded satin surfaces, the concave portion transitions seamlessly to convex about a quarter-inch above the very thin, razor-sharp edge, ensuring smooth movement and excellent food release no matter the ingredient. Hand-peened, textured flats along the blade’s top and tang create a subtle two-tone finish and display Korben’s thoughtful detailing. Balancing precisely at the heel, the knife feels steady, nimble, and rewarding in the hand. Comfort and control come from a hand-filling handle of beautifully figured water chestnut wood, secured by a single inset, domed steel pin, and capped with a tapering black G10 bolster. More than a nakiri, this is a knife that transforms vegetable prep into an artful ritual—crafted to delight both the hand and the eye every time you reach for it.
