Hatsukokoro x Yoshikane nashiji SKD bunka 165mm

Hand-forged in Sanjo, Japan by Yoshikane Hamono for the Hatsukokoro brand, this 165mm bunka is a Japanese multipurpose knife with an SKD core and stainless cladding. The nashiji finish gives the blade a soft, textured appearance. SKD is a semi-stainless steel that sharpens easily and develops a patina at the edge over time, though slower than typical carbon steel. The reverse tanto tip adds precision for detail work. Hand-forged in Sanjo, Japan by Yoshikane Hamono 166mm (6.5") actual cutting edge, 51mm heel height SKD (~64 HRC) with stainless cladding Nashiji finish Octagonal mono ebony handle For left- and right-handed users A compact Japanese multipurpose knife for home cooks and professionals who want a shorter, more maneuverable blade Details Brand: Hatsukokoro Blacksmith: Kazuomi Yamamoto - Yoshikane Hamono Producing Area: Sanjo, Japan Knife type: bunka Finish: nashiji Core steel: SKD HRC: ~64 Steel type: semi-stainless Cladding: stainless clad Blade & Handle Specs Overall length: 311mm Blade length - heel to tip: 166mm (6.5") Blade height at heel: 51mm Spine thickness: at the handle: 3.8mm at the heel: 3.0mm midway: 2.1mm 1cm from the tip: 0.7mm Weight: 175g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal mono ebony Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/sheath: none Notes: Each knife is hand-forged, so no two are exactly alike. The photo shows a randomly selected piece from our stock. If you want to see the exact knife you'll receive, just email us at info@zahocho.com. Minor variations in finish, surface marks, and measurements are normal in handcrafted Japanese knives. Handle is fitted by the maker and shipped as-is. We don't offer handle swaps.