Hatsukokoro Shinkiro kurouchi damascus AS bunka 170mm
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Specifications
Handforged in Fukushima, Japan by Takahiro Nihei, a Yoshikane-trained blacksmith with a growing reputation among kitchen knife enthusiasts, this bunka features Aogami Super carbon steel core with iron clad damascus and kurouchi damascus finish. Suitable for users who prefer a workhorse bunka--a hefty blade with a comfortably thick spine and good distal taper that cuts exceptionally well.
Details
Brand: Hatsukokoro
Series: Shinkiro
Blacksmith: Takahiro Nihei
Origin: Fukushima, Japan
Knife Type: bunka
Finish: kurouchi damascus
Core Steel: Aogami Super / Blue Super
Steel Type: carbon steel
Cladding: iron clad
Blade & Handle Specs
Overall Length: 311mm
Blade Length (heel to tip): 170mm
Blade Height at Heel: 51.4mm
Spine Thickness:
At Handle: 4.6mm
At Heel: 3.9mm
Midway: 2.3mm
1cm from the Tip: 0.9mm
Weight: 185g
Edge/Bevel: 50:50
Handle: octagonal walnut with buffalo horn ferrule
Hand Orientation: ambidextrous
Saya/Sheath: Not included
Note:
For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Hatsukokoro Shinkiro Kurouchi Damascus AS Bunka, please refer to our care guide.
Slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
Similarly, minor cosmetic variations—such as light surface marks or fine scuffs—are common in these artisanal knives.
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo • Dispatches within 24-48 hours • Full tracking from dispatch to delivery • 30-day returns on unused items Details
Care Guide
• Use whetstones for sharpening • Use wooden or rubber cutting boards • Keep clean and dry to prevent rust • Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods • Hand wash only - no dishwasher View Complete Care Guide
Why is the blade length different from the displayed size? The size in the product title is a nominal reference used by knife makers. The actual blade can be slightly longer or shorter due to handcrafting and traditional sizing. Each product page lists the exact measured length.
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