Product description:
A nakiri knife from Solingen is exactly the right choice when you want to cut lots of vegetables quickly, evenly and precisely. The VOCUT nakiri knife with its 16 cm forged blade combines precise cutting performance with genuine Solingen craftsmanship and an olive wood handle. You work more calmly, more cleanly and with much more control.
When cutting vegetables you quickly notice whether a knife is really made for the job. A pointed knife with a curved edge does not cut vegetables all the way through – the slices still hang together and cutting becomes tedious. The forged, straight and 4.5 cm wide blade of this nakiri tackles exactly that: it meets the board along its full length and separates vegetables completely in one cut. Finally, the edge is honed by hand in Solingen. During the hand honing (German), an experienced specialist checks the edge and gives it the final touch. For you, this means an even, fine edge and a smoother cutting feel.
With the straight 16 cm blade you cut peppers into strips, dice onions, shred cabbage and chop herbs. The wide blade scoops the food straight off the board. The nakiri works best with straight up-and-down cuts or the push cut (German). Learn more about this knife type in the knife glossary under “Nakiri” (German) and in the FAQ, for example “What is a nakiri knife and what is it used for?” (German).
The blade is made of stainless 1.4116 / X50CrMoV15 molybdenum-vanadium knife steel at 56–58 HRC. This gives you a good balance of cutting performance, stability and everyday practicality. The blade is forged: a red-hot steel blank is shaped under high pressure – this makes the knife stable, well balanced and durable. The edge is ground at a grinding angle of 15° – fine and precise. The handle made of Italian olive wood feels pleasantly warm in the hand, and its natural grain makes every knife unique. With an overall length of 30 cm, a blade width of 4.5 cm, a blade thickness of 4 mm and a weight of approx. 195 g, the knife stays easy to control.
VOCUT stands for knives with an honest origin and a personal standard. The brand is led by Orazio Vella from Solingen – shaped by the craft of his father, who worked as an “Ausmacher” (knife finisher) in Solingen’s cutlery industry. Every VOCUT knife is made entirely in Solingen. That is exactly what you get with this nakiri knife too: not an anonymous mass-produced item, but a well-thought-out tool with Solingen character. Read more about our origin and philosophy on the page Knives from Solingen (German).
This version comes without laser engraving. It is the right choice if you prefer the classic look and want the grain of the olive wood to speak for itself.
Product details:
- Knife type: forged nakiri knife
- Blade length: 16 cm
- Overall length: 30 cm
- Handle length: 14 cm
- Blade width: 4.5 cm
- Blade thickness: 4 mm
- Weight: approx. 195 g
- Blade material: stainless molybdenum-vanadium knife steel 1.4116 / X50CrMoV15
- Hardness: 56–58 HRC
- Manufacture: forged blade
- Grinding angle: 15°
- Edge: plain, hand-honed
- Handle material: Italian olive wood
- Origin: made entirely in Solingen, Germany
- Personalisation: without laser engraving (also available engraved)
- Resharpening service: free for life (forged, plain edge)
- Care: not dishwasher safe, please wash by hand and oil the wooden handle occasionally
Laser engraving information:
This information applies to the engraved version. Please check your requested text carefully before ordering: We engrave exactly what you enter. The laser engraving is placed on the back of the knife. Its position is fixed and cannot be freely selected. Individually engraved products cannot be exchanged.
Care instructions:
Wash your knife with a soft sponge, warm water and a little washing-up liquid. Dry the blade and handle immediately. Do not put the knife in the dishwasher or leave it soaking in washing-up water. Occasionally apply a little olive oil to the olive wood handle and avoid prolonged exposure to heat or cold. Ideally cut on a wooden or plastic board (German) – it protects the edge.
Further guidance: How do I care for an olive wood handle? (German)
What is included:
- 1 × VOCUT Nakiri Knife 16 cm with olive wood handle, without laser engraving
Matching knives from the forged VOCUT series:
If you want to complete your set sensibly, these models are the best fit: the santoku 16 cm for precise push cuts, the chef’s knife 21 cm as the large all-rounder, the kiritsuke 18.5 cm for precise cuts with a distinctive tip and the 5-piece knife set, if you want several forged knives at once. You will find all models in the overview Knives with olive wood handle; for personal gifts or knives with names and logos, take a look at the page Individual laser engraving.
Nakiri 16 cm from Solingen – forged vegetable knife
A nakiri knife from Solingen stands for precise workmanship, durable materials and reliable cutting performance. This model is ideal for anyone who cuts a lot of vegetables and wants even results.
Whether as a nakiri, nakiri knife, Japanese-inspired vegetable knife or forged nakiri with olive wood handle – this knife is made for vegetables, cabbage, onions, peppers, herbs and salad and supports you with clean, controlled cuts.
The olive wood handle offers a natural look, a warm feel and a comfortable grip.
With optional laser engraving, your nakiri knife becomes a personal one-off – ideal as a gift for anyone who appreciates honest Solingen quality.
You will find more models under Knives from Solingen and Knives with olive wood handle.
Frequently asked questions:
What is this nakiri best suited for?
For cutting vegetables into slices, strips and dice and chopping herbs. The straight 16 cm blade cuts vegetables through along its full length. The nakiri is not made for bones or frozen food. More: What is a nakiri knife and what is it used for? (German)
What is the difference between a nakiri and a santoku?
The nakiri has a straight, rectangular blade without a tip and is a dedicated vegetable knife. The santoku has a tip and is an all-rounder for vegetables, fish and meat. More: What is the difference between nakiri and santoku? (German)
What is the advantage of a forged blade?
Forged blades are shaped from a red-hot steel blank under high pressure. They are stable, well balanced and durable. More: What is the difference between forged and stamped? (German)
Can VOCUT resharpen this knife?
Yes, free of charge. This knife is forged and has a plain edge – so the lifetime VOCUT resharpening service applies. Regular resharpening in Solingen is free; you only pay the shipping costs both ways. More: Lifetime resharpening service for forged VOCUT knives (German) and Which knives does the resharpening service cover? (German)
How do I care for the knife and the olive wood handle?
Wash the knife by hand, dry it immediately and occasionally treat the handle with a little olive oil. This keeps the wood supple and preserves its beautiful grain. The knife does not belong in the dishwasher.
Is the nakiri knife a good gift without engraving?
Yes. A nakiri knife from Solingen with an olive wood handle is a high-quality gift even without engraving, because every handle is unique thanks to its grain. If you want it more personal, choose the engraved version. More: How does individual laser engraving work at VOCUT? (German)
Who is this nakiri knife the right choice for?
For anyone who cuts a lot of vegetables – vegetarian cooking, family kitchens or ambitious home cooks – and wants a forged nakiri with a warm olive wood handle.
