Precision Vegetable Prep Made Effortless.The WSTHOF Classic Ikon Hollow Edge Nakiri is the ultimate knife for fast, precise, and efficient vegetable preparation. Inspired by the traditional Japanese Nakiri design, this 17 cm blade is purpose-built for slicing, dicing, mincing, and chopping with exceptional control and ease.Ideal for handling everything from herbs and leafy greens to dense root vegetables and fruit, the Nakiris straight-edged blade delivers clean, full cuts with every motion. Its wide profile makes transferring chopped ingredients from board to pan simple and efficient, making it a favourite for cooks who value speed and accuracy in prep work.The hollow edge features precision-ground dimples that create small air pockets during slicing, helping reduce sticking and allowing ingredients to glide away from the blade more easily. Precision-forged in Germany from high-carbon stainless steel, this knife offers excellent sharpness, durability, and long-lasting edge retention.Part of the premium Classic Ikon range, it features the distinctive ergonomic handle design for exceptional comfort, balance, and control. While inspired by a cleaver shape, this Nakiri is designed strictly for produce and should not be used for cutting through bones or hard materials.Features:Precision-forged Nakiri knife17 cm hollow edge bladeIdeal for slicing, dicing, chopping, and mincing vegetablesHollow edge reduces food sticking during slicingJapanese-inspired blade designHigh carbon stainless steel constructionRockwell hardness rating of 58 HRCWide blade for easy ingredient transferErgonomic Classic Ikon handle for comfort and balanceFull tang construction for strength and durabilityMade in GermanyDimensions:Blade length: 17 cmBlade width: 4.8 cmHandle length: 10.9 cmA specialist prep knife designed to make vegetable preparation faster, cleaner, and more enjoyable.See the completeIkon Crme Collection here.From tips & techniques and use & care, to how the knives are made, to the history of Wusthof, find it all here on ourWusthof Blog.To find out the best knife to use for your next task at hand, how to sharpen and care for it, and why how your knife is produced is important, check ourBest Knife Guide Online blog post.