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ZDP-189 Bunka Silver is the perfect knife to be engraved with a Japanese motif of either Hannya or Sakura. Wide and mirror polished blade of Bunka Silver works as the best canvas to put a beautiful artwork on it.

More information about the Bunka Silver and engravings can be found here:

If you would like to protect your engraved Bunka with a knife sheath (wooden saya), you can add it to your order here: Bunka Saya

Engravings are done per request, so please add additional 1-2 business days for delivery.

Specifications:

Blade shape:	Bunka
Steel type:	ZDP-189
Hardness (HRC scale):	65-67
Overall length:	325mm (12.8")
Blade length:	190mm (7.5")
Blade height:	52mm (2.0")
Spine thickness:	2.0mm (0.08")
Weight:	155g (5.5 oz)
Handle length:	125mm (4.9")
Handle type / wood:	Japanese / Walnut
Blacksmith:	Yoshida Hamono

Use & Care:

Handwash in warm water and towel dry
Use a sharpening stone (not a honing steel!) to sharpen your knife
Do not cut frozen foods and meat bones
Do not put the knife in a dishwasher
Read our comprehensive guide on proper Maintenance of Kitchen Knives.

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