Constructed of Japanese SG2 powder stainless steel for a fine carbide structure that takes a very fine edge with superior edge retention; 63 Rockwell Hardness
3 layer blade with SG2 core and hammered ("tsuchime") texture with a black ("kurouchi") finish; the blade is then ground to a matte finish with a highly polished edge for a beautiful and long lasting appearance
Thin blade is hand ground and honed to a razor sharp 12 degree double bevel blade angle
Traditional Japanese octagonal two-tone pakkawood handle with white ring is ergonomically shaped for a secure grip and is permanently and seamlessly installed to the blade
The ko-bunka is a smaller take on the popular bunka knife, allowing for some in hand cutting as well as nimble chopping and slicing of smaller items on the board, this knife is truly a versatile utility knife
Handcrafted in Seki, Japan with a lifetime warranty
