It's finally here! Kisuke x Zahocho. This is the second version of our collaboration with Kisuke Manaka hamono.
There are some minor changes on this bunka. Compared to the first one we released in 2020, this one is slightly taller (54mm) and longer (190mm), it has more curve towards the tip, and has a different finish---polished tsuchime.
Another great feature on this batch (bunka and gyuto) is the asymmetric grind. The edge geometry is also excellent; it's thin behind the edge yet it doesn't feel delicate.
※ Quick look video:
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Blacksmith: Kisuke Manaka
Location: Saitama, Japan
Knife type: bunka
Finish: polished tsuchime
Construction type: honwarikomi | stainless clad
Steel type: Hitachi aogami#2
Rockwell hardness: 63HRC
Total length: 334m
Blade length (heel to tip): 192mm
Blade height at heel: 54.3mm
Spine thickness at handle: 3.6mm
Spine thickness at heel: 3.2mm
Spine thickness at middle: 2.1mm
Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 1.1mm
Weight: 188g
Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: octagonal rosewood
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Exclusive of shipping fee.
We ship worldwide via EMS or DHL.
NOTE:
These knives are handmade so there will be slight variances.
