Japanese Bunka - Wa Handle - Forged AEB-L Stainless Handle Material:Honey Locust The blade starts out at

The blade starts out at just 1

as was present on the V1

This steel is very durable and holds an excellent edge

while also retaining a tooth profile that works well on softer breads without leaving a ton of crumbs

Hardness: Approximately 60 HRC

Japanese Bunka - Wa Handle - Forged AEB-L Stainless Handle Material:Honey Locust The blade starts out atA Bunka is a staple blade in any kitchen. This Japanese blade is the Japanese version of a classic chef knife, which makes it an excellent general purpose kitchen knife that excels at meat prep, hard or soft vegetables, and chopping herbs. My take on the traditional Bunka includes some features such as a stainless blade for low maintenance use, and a handle made from Manitoba Maple Burl. My Bunka features a wide profile with a gently curving edge,