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180 mm Nakiri – Damascus Go-Mai, ApexUltra Core
180 mm Nakiri – Damascus Go-Mai, ApexUltra Core
Total Length: 355mm
Blade: 180mm
Heel: 56mm
Thickness: 4,2 mm, 2,4 to 1,8
Weight: 195g
Steel: In-house made Damascus steel of 15n20 and 02 with a core of ApexUltra
Grind: S-grind
HRC: 65
Handle: Beautiful stabilized amboyna burn and mammoth front spacer
Including a beautiful handmade leather wrap for protection.
A great piece of equipment ready to work. The knife features a s-grind, providing excellent cutting performance.
The knife feels great in the hand and is well-balanced, positioned just in front of the pinch grip. This tool will bring you plenty of joy in the kitchen and is ready to work.
This knife is 100% handmade by me, Martin Kaanbjerg, in my workshop on Fyn. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me via my messaging service or contact form.

I forged, ground and finished this knife myself in my workshop on Funen. Questions about geometry, steel or how it will suit your cooking? Just email me.
Martin Kaanbjerg
Shipping & import duties
Shipping & import duties
Every knife is packed by hand and shipped from Funen, Denmark:
- Denmark: GLS
- EU: PostNord
- USA and the rest of the world: UPS
For orders outside the EU, import duties and local taxes may apply on delivery. See the shipping policy for details.
Returns
Returns
Read the full return and refund policy. Questions before you buy? Email info@mk-knives.com.
Knife care
Knife care
Carbon steel rewards a little attention: wash by hand, dry straight away and never use the dishwasher. A light patina will develop with use.
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From the kitchen
“They feel like an extension of my hand; great weight and balance.”Justin Fang · Sous Chef, SHIA Meet the maker →