WÜSTHOF Classic 7" Hollow Edge Nakiri Knife
- 7 inch blade, hollow edge nakiri
- Forged from one piece of tempered high carbon steel
- 5.92 oz, black polypropylene handle
- Dishwasher safe per the description
- Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects
Last refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A forged Classic-line nakiri for vegetable prep, with a hollow edge and a polypropylene handle. The listing gives two different overall lengths, so check fit if drawer or block space is tight.
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ASIN: B002NXNFZOModel: 4193/17Category: Usuba & Nakiri Knives
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Overview
Not a curved Western chef knife, this Classic nakiri has a straight edge made for chopping, dicing and slicing vegetables. The blade is forged from a single piece of tempered high carbon steel and fitted with a polypropylene handle.
A one-piece forged blade and a lifetime warranty against defects make it a knife to keep for years of prep. The shape is specialized, so it handles produce well and leaves meat carving and rocking cuts to another knife.
Who it's for
Home cooks and commercial kitchens that prepare salads, stir-fry and plated vegetables and want a dependable forged knife. People who prefer a rocking motion on the board will find the flat edge awkward.
Pros and cons
- Forged from a single piece of steel
- Hollow edge helps slices release
- Dishwasher safe per the description
- Lifetime warranty against defects
- Overall length given two different ways
- Specialized for vegetables
- Plain edge listed against hollow title
Performance notes
A straight edge contacts the board along its full length, so each cut is a clean downward push through the vegetable. Hollow scallops on the face reduce sticking of thin slices. Forging from a single piece gives the blade its strength from the heel to the handle.
Where it stands among usuba & nakiri knives
- #1 most-searched brand and model of the 16 usuba & nakiri knives lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 15 usuba & nakiri knives we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Model | 4193/17 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| BladeLength | 7 inches |
| Weight | 5.92 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | High carbon stainless steel |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Handle Material | Polypropylene |
| Color | Black and stainless steel |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Nakiri |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Lifetime against manufacturing defects |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Hollow edge |
| Dishwasher safe | Yes |
Closest rivals on specs
Kai KAI AB5168 Nakiri Kitchen Knife- Item Weight 0.37 vs 0.33 pounds (+12%)
- Item Length 13 vs 11.6 inches (+12%)
Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Wusthof Classic 4193-7 nakiri?
The included components list names the nakiri only. A sheath, guard or block is not described.
Is the Wusthof Classic nakiri a cleaver for bones?
No. The description uses a cleaver label, but it is a nakiri vegetable knife with a 7 inch blade, not a heavy-duty bone chopper.
Can the Wusthof 4193-7 go in the dishwasher?
The description says yes, though hand washing is the gentler choice for any forged knife.
How is the Wusthof 4193-7 made?
It is forged from one piece of specially tempered high carbon steel, per the description.