SKU: 99309282959

Yoshimi Kato R2/SG2 Tsuchime 180mm Bunka with Blue Turquoise Handle

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Yoshimi Kato R2/SG2 Tsuchime 180mm Bunka with Blue Turquoise HandleThis Bunka is handcrafted by Echizen master blacksmith Yoshimi Kato using R2 SG2 powdered steel, heat treated to 63 HRC. The blade features a tsuchime (hand hammered) finish, and the grind is beautifully done as with all Yoshimi Kato knives. The beautifully crafted blade is paired with a western styled handle made of turquoise resin, with mosaic pins as decoration. Spec: Origin (Made in): Echizen, Fukui Prefecture, Japan Brand: Yoshimi Kato Craftsman:

This Bunka is handcrafted by Echizen master blacksmith Yoshimi Kato using R2/SG2 powdered steel, heat-treated to 63 HRC. The blade features a tsuchime (hand-hammered) finish, and the grind is beautifully done as with all Yoshimi Kato knives. The beautifully crafted blade is paired with a western-styled handle made of turquoise resin, with mosaic pins as decoration.

Spec:

  • Origin (Made in): Echizen, Fukui Prefecture, Japan
  • Brand: Yoshimi Kato
  • Craftsman: Mr. Yoshimi Kato
  • Knife Type: Bunka
  • Blade
    • Construction: San Mai
    • Grind: Double-edged Blade (50/50 Grind)
    • Hagane (Core Steel): R2/SG2
    • Jigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel
    • Hardness: 63 HRC
    • Hand-forged, hand-ground, hand-sharpened
  • Blade Finishes: Tsuchime (Hammered)
  • Blade Length: 180mm (7.1")
  • Blade Height (at heel): 50mm
  • Spine Thickness
    • Above heel: 1.9mm
    • Middle: 1.9mm
  • Handle
    • Shape: Western-shaped
    • Material: Turquoise Resin (Acid Green)
    • Bolster: Stainless Steel
    • Length: 116mm
  • Overall Length: 310mm
  • Weight: 220g (7.76oz)
  • Handle Chiseled Mark: In Japanese Kanji "Yoshimi Echizen" (義実 越前)

About Kato Yoshimi 加藤 義実

Yoshimi Kato (aka. Yoshimi Katou) is a renowned blacksmith in Echizen, Fukui Prefecture, and the 3rd generation Kato. Head of Kato Uchihamono, formerly known as Kintaro, Mr. Kato has apprenticed under his father - 2nd generation blacksmith - Hiroshi Kato for many years before taking over the family business. Mr. Kato is a master of heat-treating high-end steels such as SG2 and Aogami Super. His hand-forged Damascus is mesmerizing and his tsuchime finish aesthetically pleasing. Kato knives have a great reputation for being the finest example of Echizen craftsmanship.

Care:

Wash and dry with a soft sponge, and safely store after use. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.

Cutting Surface:

Recommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.

Sharpening:

We recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.

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