Shape | Bunka |
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Blade Length | 180 mm |
Blade Height | 37 mm |
Blade Thickness Above Heel | 2 mm |
Weight | 124 g |
Steel Type | SG2 High Speed Powder Stainless Steel with Stainless Steel Cladding |
Rockwell Hardness | 62–63 |
Edge/Bevel | Double (50/50) |
Handle | Wa (Japanese) Handle - Octagon Wenge Water Buffalo Horn Collar |
Knife Line | Hatsukokoro SG2 Saihyo |
Made in | Seki, Gifu, Japan |
Brand | Hatsukokoro |
A note about measurements: Handmade Japanese knives can vary in their dimensions, so these measurements are only an example.
About the Shape - The Bunka is a bonafide badass, like a kitchen knife in a leather jacket. It is a multi-purpose knife akin to the Santoku. “Bunka” translates to “culture". This multi-purpose kitchen knife is great for dicing, slicing or mincing. Like a santoku, it's a cross between the nakiri and a gyuto, just a little more badass looking.
About Hatsukokoro Saihyo - The Saihyo (translates as "Diamond Dust") knife line from Hatsukokoro is a testament to precision. Hatsukokoro teamed up with a very skilled knifemaker in Seki, Japan to produce this line of knives. These laser thin knives are finished with a dazzling suminagashi Damascus finish wrapped about an SG2 stainless steel core and fitted with a wenge wood octagon handle.
This knife line is perfect for someone looking for a nimble stainless steel knife, with a fantastic fit and finish that will be a stunning addition to any knife magnet.