Yoshimi Kato STRIX V-Tsuchime Bunka
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Superbly finished with a laser thin profile and very thin tip perfect for intricate work, the bunka is slightly taller and with a flatter belly than the santoku in this range and boasts not just looks but exceptional performance and edge retention from the extremely hard STRIX steel core.
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First Impressions
Talk about high class finish, everything about this range of knives is strikingly well done. The distictive "v-tsuchime" cladding pattern and high polish are of course eye catching but one look along the thin spine and a glance at the incredibly thin choil profile will have your wanting to use this knfe right away.
A real high quality laser finished to a very high standard as you expect from Kato-san.
In Hand
Everything you'd want in a high standard Japanese knife is here. The comfortable octaogonal rosewood wa handles, the subtle rounded finish along the spine and around the heel are comfortable and feel great and the knives are well balanced and if you're looking to also perform intricate tasks, the tips on all the knives are exceptionally thin and designed for just that.
Durability
SG STRIX steel is really quite special indeed, it boasts the easy care and sharpening of SG2 but with the ability to hardened to an extremely high level, in the case of this range - 65HRC which is comparable to specialist steels like ZDP189 or HAP40.
As a result, the edge retention of STRIX is superb, it's ideal for busy professional environments in particular and will last longer between sharpening sessions.
Ease of Care
The beauty of SG STRIX compared to the other extremely hard steels like ZDP189 and HAP40 is how easy it is to sharpen by comparison. It's been designed to take an edge very quickly and so for long term care it's an increasingly popular steel among blacksmiths and chefs alike.
It's also stainless (and clad with stainless steel) so beyond the normal washing and drying recommendation for any Japanese knife this is a range that's easy to look after and keep sharp easily!
Care tip – Stainless Steel
This knife is made from a stain resistant steel and so is a great choice for ease of care and it won't react with your ingredients like a carbon steel knife.
Our Verdict
Stunning looks, an exceptional grind and profile along with a high quality finish in a steel that's easy to look after and sharpen while offering great edge retention - it's hard to be more positive than that!
If you're looking for a high quality Japanese knife from one of the masters of the trade then these deserve to be on your shortlist.
Knife Measurements - Yoshimi Kato STRIX V-Tsuchime Bunka
- Blade Length: 175mm (Measurement of the cutting edge)
- Total Length: 320mm (Blade tip to handle end)
- Blade Height: 47.8mm (Heel to spine)
- Blade Thickness: 2mm (Spine width above the heel) 1.9mm (Measured halfway along spine) 0.65mm (Measured 15mm from tip)
- Total Weight: 127 grams
Range Specifications
- Core Steel: SG STRIX
- Cladding Steel: Stainless
- Hardness: 65 (HRC)
- Handle Style: Japanese (Wa)
- Left or Right handed: Either (Double Bevel)
Our aim is to measure and photograph our products as accurately as possible but due to many items being handmade, finished or using natural materials, there can be minor variance in measurements and things such as blade or wood finishes can vary. We will always endeavour to provide the most accurate measurements, photos and descriptions of our products.
Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.
Meet the maker
Yoshimi Kato
Yoshimi Kato is a highly skilled and renowned blacksmith working at the Takefu knife village where he creates his own ranges of knives as well as knives for other brands such as Masakage.
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