![Azure Maple Nakiri 150mm](http://eatingtools.com/cdn/shop/articles/3331_fc0a4587-26eb-4d8d-9808-488f657f295c.jpg?v=1682318229&width=2000)
A forged W2 carbon steel blade with honyaki finish to turn heads. From Australian bladesmith James Oatley, this unique 150mm nakiri stands 65mm tall at the heel and features a striking hamon, exposing James' differential hardening with water quench. A dyed and stabilized blue octagonal handle features a thin micarta spacer, and the knife includes a matching, custom saya with steel pin.