Dao Vua V3 52100 Tall Nakiri 165mm
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DAO VUA 165mm V3 52100 Tall Nakiri
Description:
- Origin: Handcrafted in Hanoi, Vietnam, by Dao Vua using 52100 carbon steel.
- Quality & Maintenance: This carbon steel knife has a kurouchi finish and requires careful cleaning and drying to prevent oxidation.
- V3 Steel: The V3 series uses 52100 carbon steel for consistent material specifications.
Knife Specs:
- Maker: Dao Vua
- Origin: Vietnam
- Core Steel: 52100 Carbon Steel
- HRC: ~61 - 62
- Construction: Differential heat treated Monosteel
- Length: 165mm
- Heel Height: 69mm
- Spine Thickness above Heel: 2.3mm
- Weight: 205g
- Handle: Japanese Wa Style with Ebony and Padauk Ferrule
- Overall Length: 320mm
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Our catalog includes stainless, semi-stainless and carbon steels selected for edge performance and durability. Carbon steels may develop a patina, while stainless steels are designed to resist discoloration. Follow the care guidance on each product page, hand wash only and dry the knife promptly after use.
Was on the fence between a nakiri and a cleaver and this “tall nakiri” is kind of both. Not bad for the price. My first 52100 steel knife. Sharpens easily but it did dull more quickly than I expected. I like the handle and the rustic / kurouchi finish. Balance point is right on the word “Vua” by the logo and a very natural spot for a pinch grip. The extra height helps with knuckle clearance when cutting tall veggies like cabbage. If you want an inexpensive utility nakiri/cleaver, check this out.
Dao Vua V3 52100 Tall Nakiri 165mm
Pros:
Knife takes a great edge
This particular knife has a fairly even grind
Price is great
Handle fit and finish is great
Tokushu Shop is great to work with
Cons:
Hit or miss quality control
The whole story is this: I received a knife a couple weeks ago that was warped, had an uneven grind, and a chip in the back. I left a review stating these things and mentioning that this would definitely be a project knife. A few days after this review, Tony reached out and wanted to ensure I was a happy customer. He offered to swap the knife or take a return. He ended up sending a me another knife free of charge, and the second one I received I believe is fantastic quality for the price.
Overall, I think that Dao Vua may have some QC issues, however, Tokushu stands by the product they carry and will take care of you. I will be doing more business with these guys in the future.
Gotta be my favorite knife site.