Matsubara White #1 Kurouchi Bunka 180mm

Description  Matsubara knives are crafted by Katsuto Tanaka,  a fourth-generation blacksmith working in Omura City, on the island of Kyushu, a region with a history of knife crafting that dates back hundreds of years.  This line features hammer-forged blades made from a white #1 steel core for excellent edge retention and clad with a softer steel in the san mai style for stain-resistance and ease of sharpening and maintenance.  The knives are fitted with beautiful walnut handles. Due to the unique shape of each knife, wooden sheaths do not fit Matsubara knives.   About this shape Originally a knife for home cooks, bunkas are a cross between a santoku and nakiri with a pointed tip. They are very popular with chefs right now, thanks to their all purpose functionality, compact shape and pointed edge, which is useful for cross hatching produce like eggplants or king oyster mushrooms. Specifications Handle material Walnut Blade length 180mm (7.1") Thickness at spine 3