{"product_id":"forged-damascus-k-tip-nakiri-knife-raindrop-pattern-blade-black-resin-handle-silver-pins-jw-steel-crafts","title":"Forged Damascus K-Tip Nakiri Knife — Raindrop Pattern Blade, Black Resin Handle \u0026 Silver Pins | JW Steel Crafts","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jwsteelcrafts-collection-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe History Behind This Blade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K-Tip Nakiri emerged in Japan during the Meiji era as bladesmiths began blending Western pointed-tip geometry with the flat-edged Nakiri profile that had served Japanese vegetable markets for centuries. The standard Nakiri had a squared tip — efficient for push cuts but limited for detail work. The angled K-Tip gave cooks a precise point for scoring, detail slicing, and fine work that the original profile could not handle. That hybrid design became one of the most versatile single blades in the Japanese kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis forged Damascus K-Tip Nakiri knife is a single-blade \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jwsteelcrafts.com\/collections\/chef-knife\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekitchen knife\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e built for precise vegetable work, controlled slicing, and detailed prep tasks. The wide blade carries a raindrop Damascus pattern across the full flat. The handle is shaped from black resin with two silver pins and a finger groove cutout near the blade. Full tang construction runs the complete length of the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlade Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged from layered Damascus steel in a raindrop pattern finish. The raindrop pattern forms when the layered steel billet is drilled or ground in circular indentations before final shaping, creating the distinct bubble-like surface finish visible across the full blade flat. No two blades carry an identical pattern due to the hand-forging process. The wide rectangular blade with an angled K-Tip gives you two distinct cutting functions in one knife. The flat edge pushes straight down through vegetables cleanly without a rocking motion. The angled tip gives you precision for scoring, detail slicing, and fine work that a standard squared Nakiri tip cannot handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandle Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is shaped from black resin. Black resin does not absorb moisture, does not swell or crack, and holds its surface finish through heavy daily kitchen use. Two silver pins run through the handle to lock the scales firmly to the full tang. A finger groove cutout sits near the blade end of the handle, giving your index finger a natural resting position that improves grip control during detailed cutting work. The combination of black resin, silver pins, and finger groove gives this knife a clean, functional appearance with no unnecessary detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlade Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash this knife and dry it straight after use. Do not put it in a dishwasher. Use wooden or soft plastic cutting boards to protect the flat edge. Apply a thin coat of food-grade mineral oil to the blade occasionally to maintain the Damascus surface. Sharpen with a whetstone and keep a consistent bevel angle on every pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecise vegetable cutting and push-cut prep work\u003cbr\u003eScoring, detail slicing, and fine prep tasks using the K-Tip\u003cbr\u003eProfessional chef and advanced home kitchen use\u003cbr\u003eCollectors of single-blade Japanese-style Damascus knives\u003cbr\u003eGifting for home cooks, chefs, and Damascus knife enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Length: 10 inches\u003cbr\u003eBlade Style: K-Tip Nakiri\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Raindrop pattern Damascus steel\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: Black resin\u003cbr\u003ePin Detail: Two silver pins\u003cbr\u003eHandle Feature: Finger groove cutout\u003cbr\u003eConstruction: Full tang\u003cbr\u003eStorage: Not included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a K-Tip Nakiri knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a Nakiri with an angled pointed tip. The flat edge handles vegetable push cuts and the K-Tip handles scoring and detail slicing work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a raindrop Damascus pattern?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt forms when circular indentations are ground into the layered steel billet before shaping, creating a distinct bubble-like surface pattern across the full blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the finger groove on the handle do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt gives your index finger a natural resting position near the blade for better grip control during detailed and precise cutting tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this knife full tang?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The tang runs the full length of the black resin handle for strength, balance, and long-term durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for this blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand wash and dry straight after use. Apply food-grade mineral oil occasionally and sharpen with a whetstone when the edge dulls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"JW SteelCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43555528704206,"sku":"sku-39264810696764","price":224.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/5298\/2222\/files\/tanto-monster-knife-black-handle..webp?v=1780795603","url":"https:\/\/shop.lotzoutdoors.com\/products\/forged-damascus-k-tip-nakiri-knife-raindrop-pattern-blade-black-resin-handle-silver-pins-jw-steel-crafts","provider":"Lotz Outdoors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}