165 mm "Tortoise" Nakiri

CLK-TOR03

bladesmith: Lune


The Tortoise is a symbol of longevity, stability, and good health, all qualities that feel right at home in the kitchen. This classic Japanese vegetable cleaver is designed for preparing the food that becomes part of a long, healthy life, from leafy greens to hearty vegetables and tubers. Its broad blade and straight cutting edge makes slicing, dicing, and chopping especially natural. A reminder that good things are worth the time.

Handle + Blade

Pecan + Stainless Steel

Regular price$495.00
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  • Free domestic shipping
  • Complimentary lifetime sharpening
  • Made in Portland, Oregon

Chloe Lune

Chloe Lune Kim grew up in her father’s violin workshop in Vienna, Austria, where she learned firsthand that tools are precious things. There, Chloe began exploring her father’s carving tools and learned she loved to work with her hands. After almost a decade of working in both the front and back of house at restaurants in New York City, Chloe moved to Oregon to apprentice under Murray Carter.

For her Signature line, Chloe embraces bright, playful color combinations rarely associated with handmade tools. Her philosophy is simple: because we spend so much of our lives in the kitchen, our tools should do more than perform — they should delight.

Nakiri

A specialized Japanese vegetable knife. Its tall, thin blade is designed for precise, lightweight cutting, while its squared-off tip allows for a very flat edge profile. This makes the nakiri particularly effective for vertical chopping, maximizing contact with the cutting board.

Environment: Indoor
Uses: Slicing, Chopping, Mincing
Best for: Root Vegetables, Leafy Greens, Herbs

Overview
Process: Stock Removal

Overall Length: 289 mm / 11.38 in
Weight: 212 g

Blade
Profile: Nakiri
Material: Stainless Steel

Steel Type: AEB-L

Length: 165 mm / 6.50 in
Height at Heel: 55 mm / 2.17 in

Handle
Construction: Full Tang
Material: Pecan

Length: 122 mm / 4.80 in
Liner: White, Black G10 & Black G10

Please note the grain of the wood and finish of the steel will vary from knife to knife. If you would like to see all iterations of a knife variant before purchasing, please contact us with the corresponding SKU and we'll happily share photos of the knives.

Visit our glossary to learn more about other materials we use.

Hand wash and dry No dishwasher

Hand wash your knife with warm water and mild dish soap when cutting tasks are finished. Dry immediately after use. 

Under no circumstances place your knife in a dishwasher or leave it soaking for extended periods in the sink. 

Following our general care instructions will help preserve your knife’s longevity and performance. Visit our care guide for additional information.