Gihei Nakiri 165mm – HAP40

• Blade length: 165mm (6.5") — perfect for daily prep and versatile kitchen use

• Steel: HAP40 powdered high-speed tool steel — superior edge retention and durability (semi stainless)

• Hardness: ~HRC 65–67

• Made in Sanjo, Japan

• Edge: Double Bevel

Perfect for: chefs and home cooks who want a compact, high-performance 

The Gihei Nakiri 165mm is a masterfully crafted vegetable knife built for precision and durability. Forged with a HAP40 high-speed steel, it offers exceptional edge retention and hardness—staying sharp far longer than most traditional steels.

At 165mm, this nakiri provides excellent control and maneuverability for chopping, slicing, and fine vegetable prep. Gihei’s careful heat treatment brings out HAP40’s full potential, combining razor sharpness with surprising toughness for a semi-stainless high-performance steel.