Sakai Takayuki Ginsan (Silver 3) Nakiri 165mm
Ginsan is the stainless steel Sakai sharpeners reach for when a customer wants a carbon-steel edge without the rust. In a nakiri, it means paper-thin slices of vegetables from a knife you can leave in the rack.
- Ginsan (Silver 3) stainless, about HRC 61, sharpens like carbon steel
- Traditional Sakai hand-finished blade, octagonal magnolia handle
- Flat edge for full-contact chopping
Specifications
| Blade length | 165 mm |
|---|---|
| Steel | Ginsan (Silver 3) stainless |
| Hardness | about HRC 61 |
| Handle | Octagonal magnolia with buffalo horn ferrule |
| Weight | about 150 g |
| Bevel | Double bevel (50/50 or near) |
| Made in | Sakai, Osaka |
| Steel family | Ginsan (Silver 3) |
| Knife type | Nakiri Knife (菜切) |
Who this knife is for
Best for vegetables, carbon-steel feel without rust, wa handle fans. Read what a nakiri knife does well and badly on the nakiri knife page, and what to expect from Ginsan (Silver 3) steel in daily use.
Shipping, duties and returns
Ships from Tokyo by DHL, FedEx or Japan Post EMS, tracked and insured, in three to ten days. The price includes US import duty; you will not be asked to pay anything on delivery. If a knife arrives damaged we replace it. Details on the shipping and duties page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the delivered price of the Sakai Takayuki Ginsan (Silver 3) Nakiri 165mm?
Between $180 and $230 to a US address, including shipping and US import duty. The exact figure depends on the yen rate and stock on the day; we confirm it before you pay.
Is this knife in stock?
We buy each knife in Japan after you confirm the quote, from the maker or their wholesaler. Most ship within two business days. If the maker is out of stock we tell you the lead time before you pay.
Can you engrave it?
Yes. Kanji or roman-letter engraving on the blade is available on most knives for a small fee and adds a day or two.