WÜSTHOF Model 4187-7/17
- 17 centimeter blade, 7 inch item length
- Hollow edge nakiri, Asian cutlery edge
- Precision forged high-carbon stainless steel
- Full tang handle with half bolster
- 9.12 ounces, made in Germany
Last refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A forged German nakiri for slicing, dicing and chopping large fruit and vegetables, with a hollow edge to help food release. It ships as a single knife and the care instructions are not listed.
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ASIN: B01D28ZN76Model: 4187-7/17Category: Usuba & Nakiri Knives
Overview
Not a general-purpose chef knife, this hollow edge nakiri is made for slicing, dicing and chopping large fruits and vegetables. The blade is precision forged from high-carbon stainless steel and runs full tang through the handle.
A vegetable-focused knife from a German maker, with the weight and tang of a forged blade. The hollow edge is the feature that suits produce. The listing describes the handle two different ways, so the exact material is unclear.
Who it's for
Home cooks and vegetable-heavy kitchens that want a forged nakiri for rapid chopping. Those wanting a single all-round knife, or a set with a block, should look at a chef knife instead.
Pros and cons
- Precision forged blade
- High-carbon stainless steel
- Full tang handle
- Hollow edge for food release
- Care instructions not listed
- Handle material listed two ways
- Single knife, no sheath listed
Performance notes
The forged blade carries weight through the cut, and the full tang supports it from the handle end. The hollow edge puts small pockets of air along the blade side so slices release more easily. The edge style is listed as Asian cutlery.
Where it stands among usuba & nakiri knives
- #4 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 | 4187-7/17 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Length | 7 inches |
| Blade Length | 17 centimeters |
| Size | 6.7 inches |
| Weight | 9.12 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material Type | High carbon stainless steel |
| Construction Type | Forged |
| Handle Material | Stainless Steel / synthetic handle |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Asian Cutlery |
| Item Type Name | Hollow Edge Nakiri |
Closest rivals on specs
Wusthof Classic Ikon Creme 7" Hollow Edge Nakiri Knife- Item Length 7 vs 11.4 inches (-39%)
Mercer Culinary M20907 Genesis 7-Inch Nakiri Vegetable Knife- Item Weight 0.57 vs 0.25 pounds (+128%)
Miyabi Koh Nakiri Knife- Item Weight 0.57 vs 0.41 pounds (+39%)
- Item Length 7 vs 12.5 inches (-44%)
Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Wüsthof Classic Ikon nakiri?
The nakiri knife only. No sheath, block or sharpener is listed.
What is the Wüsthof 4187-7/17 nakiri used for?
Slicing, dicing and chopping large fruits and vegetables.
Is the Wüsthof nakiri made in Germany?
The title states German made and precision forged.