Fantastic quality fit and finish and looks to turn heads, this bunka is a versatile all rounder.
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Product details
- Blade Length: 172mm (Measurement of the cutting edge)
- Total Length: 320mm (Blade + Handle)
- Blade Thickness: 3.1mm (Measured level with heel)
- Blade Height: 50.5mm (Heel to spine)
- Total Weight: 165 grams
- Steel Type - Cladding: Soft Iron
- Steel Type - Core: White #2
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This knife is made from a reactive carbon steel which is not stainless and has some special care instructions and properties – Read our carbon steel care guide here
- Left or Right handed: Either
- Hardness: 62-63 (HRC)
- Handle Style: Japanese
- Handle Material: Oak and Burnt Oak
Product SKU: 12353
Our aim is to measure and photograph all our products as accurately as possible but due to the handmade nature of many items, please be aware that there may be some variance in the measurements and that things such as blade and knife handle patterns can vary and presentation boxes may differ from those shown but we will always endeavour to provide the most accurate measurements, photos and descriptions of our products.
Some measurements such as HRC are provided by the manufacturer and should therefore be used as a guide.
Compatable saya or guard
Due to the height of this knife, we recommend using a santoku sized blade guard to protect it if you're not showing it off on a magnetic rack or block.
Blacksmith Profile
Yoshikazu Tanaka
One of the leading blacksmiths in the Sakai region, Tanaka san forges the Sumi blades which are then sharpened by Tadataka Maruyama.
