{"product_id":"couteau-universel-japonais-13cm-nakata-erable-bs2-artisanal-p240","title":"Nakata Erable BS2 Handcrafted Japanese Utility Knife 13.5cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJapanese cutlery craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWusaki Nakata Erable BS2\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5cm \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/petty-utility-knives-c38\"\u003eutility knife\u003c\/a\u003e is made entirely in Japan by the renowned Tadafusa cutlery workshop, based in Sanjo (Niigata), celebrated for its centuries-old know-how. The blade is meticulously hand-forged, following techniques passed down from the blacksmiths of old. Choose performance and authenticity with the Nakata Erable BS2!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreater hardness, a lasting edge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from Japanese Blue Steel n°2, our \u003cstrong\u003eutility knife\u003c\/strong\u003e offers plenty of advantages. This alloy, enriched with carbon (1.2%), is known for its exceptional rigidity (62-63 HRC). Thanks to this, its cutting edge stays sharp for a long time, delivering optimal cutting performance. Use after use, this knife stays effective and delivers consistent results. What's more, this steel is easy to sharpen, saving you time despite its rigidity. It's also coated in stainless steel to resist corrosion and impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA handle with remarkable grain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wusaki \u003cstrong\u003eNakata Erable BS2\u003c\/strong\u003e utility knife has a handle made of maple. This particularly dense wood offers strong resistance to impact, moisture and wear. Suited to regular use, maple is a reliable material that will stay with you for many years. What's more, the grain pattern differs on every single knife!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eElegance down to the smallest detail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outer stainless steel layer has a gorgeous Nashiji finish, making every knife a one-of-a-kind piece.\u003cbr\u003eThe blade is then sharpened on a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/whetstones-c15\"\u003ewater stone\u003c\/a\u003e by an expert, at a very pronounced angle, making cutting even easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe knife feels great in the hand, handles smoothly, and looks the part. It will quickly become an essential part of your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe recommend hand-washing, then drying with a microfiber cloth to avoid unsightly moisture marks, and storing it somewhere dry. Never let the handle get too wet, even when washing it. Note that the area near the cutting edge will gradually turn a dark blue shade even with proper care, due to the steel's reactivity. This poses no risk.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/1141\/1030\/files\/universel-nakata_de66e9ed-b1c9-4252-a6ac-5f1c7c6de994.png\" alt=\"universel nakata\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eA great choice for upgrading your cutting equipment\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"WUSAKI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51978970071382,"sku":"HLWEDG-CDC-P135SMP","price":139.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/1141\/1030\/files\/122304.jpg?v=1788871123","url":"https:\/\/www.wusaki.com\/en\/products\/nakata-erable-bs2-handcrafted-japanese-utility-knife-13-5cm-p240","provider":"Wusaki","version":"1.0","type":"link"}