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Suncraft

SG2 Bunka Matte 165mm (6.5") [Saya Included]

245,00€

✔︎ No import fees & duties - worldwide
✔︎ All taxes included
✔︎ Express worldwide shipping
✔︎ 30-day return policy

Description
Specifications
Knife Care
Shipping

SG2 Bunka Matte 165mm (6.5") is very much related to Bunka Black Damascus, the other knife we designed together with the smithy Suncraft from Seki city in Japan. Suncraft made this SG2 Bunka exclusively for us.

The SG2 Bunka has two big differences that differentiate it from Bunka Black Damascus: the steel and the looks. Blade geometry and shape, specifications and the handle remain the same.

This bunka is made of SG2/R2 powder steel. Powder steels are currently the hardest steels available for knife making, which means the knife will keep a smooth and sharp edge for an extremely long time. The second difference is visual - this bunka features a matte, unpolished finish with a very pronounced line at the bottom of the blade. This line indicates the border between the two softer, outer layers of steel, and the strong SG2 core steel, seen exposed at the very edge of the blade. We love the geometry and the slim profile, so we recommend it to all cooks, regardless if you are a professional chef or a passionate home cook.

With its 165mm (6.5") blade length, SG2 Bunka Matte makes for a highly versatile knife suitable for cutting vegetables, meat and fish. The slim blade profile (1.8mm) and hard powder Japanese steel provide a winning combination of smooth and long-lasting sharpness, precise cutting and comfortable and fast work.

SG2 Bunka Matte is forged by Japanese knifemaker Suncraft in the famous knife city Seki in Gifu prefecture. Forged with a common “sandwich” method called san-mai with the core steel made of SG2 powder steel, one of the best stainless steels. The knife was hardened to around 62-63 HRC, which means it will stay sharp for a very, very long time. The composition and microstructure of the steel provide extremely fine and smooth sharpness.

The handle attached to the SG2 Bunka Matte followed the same logic as the blade - universal and easy to maintain. A beautiful, dark brown, octagonal-shaped pakka wood handle sits well in your hands regardless if you are left- or right-handed. Pakka wood is a mixture of laminated wood and epoxy resin which is highly durable and will not get stained easily.

We also made a custom-fit saya (knife sheath) for our SG2 Bunka Matte which is included in the price! Sayas are hand-made from walnut wood, so the pattern and colors are slightly different with every piece, as it can be seen on the photos.

SG2 Bunka Matte is our third multi-purpose Japanese kitchen knife we designed. It embodies all of our knowledge and years of experience presenting Japanese kitchen knives to knife lovers around the world. She already has a special place in our kitchen (and in our hearts 😍), just next to her bigger sister ZDP-189 Bunka Black, and we hope it will soon find a special place in your kitchen too.

Blade shape: Bunka

Steel type: SG2/R2

Blade construction: San-mai / full hamaguri / convex / migaki (matte)

Hardness (HRC scale): 62-63

Overall length: 300mm (11.8")

Blade length: 165mm (6.5")

Blade height: 45mm (1.8")

Spine thickness: 1.8mm (0.07")

Weight: 150g (5.3 oz)

Handle length: 125mm (4.9")

Handle type / wood: Japanese / Pakka wood

Kanji on the blade: "Senzo" 仙蔵

Blacksmith: Suncraft

Location of the smithy: SEKI / Gifu Prefecture / Japan

☝️ Japanese kitchen knives in our store are handmade from natural materials. Slight variations in color, texture, weight and other dimensions are possible. We try to give a good photographic representation of our products, however computer screen resolution and colors do vary, so products might not look exactly as they are seen on screen.

Blade wear depends on the quality of steel, usage and maintenance of the blade. Japanese knives are made of high-quality steels. Follow these tips to keep your Japanese knife in top-notch shape:

✔ Use a wooden, plastic or rubber cutting board.
✔ After use, wash the knives and wipe them dry.
✔ For storage, use a knife holder or a protective knife sheath (saya).
✔ A good cutting technique is your best bet to prolong sharpness.
✔ Use sharpening stones to sharpen the knife.

❗️Don’t leave the knife in the sink. Wash it by hand.
❗️Don’t wash the knife in the dishwasher.
❗️Don’t use the knife on glass, ceramics, marble or steel surfaces.
❗️Don’t scrape the food off the cutting board with the edge of the blade. Use the spine of the knife instead.
❗️Knife is a tool intended for specific use - cutting food. It is not a can opener, screwdriver, trowel, wire cutter, hammer etc.

→ For more details, read our guide
on Maintenance of Kitchen Knives.

🤙 Contact us if you need some help. We reply within 1 business day.

SHIPPING RATES:
- €10 - flat worldwide rate with DHL Express (express delivery, 2-5 business days).
- FREE - all orders over €300 (DHL Express).

EXCEPTIONS:
- United Kingdom - shipping to UK costs €15. All orders are shipped with UPS Express (2-3 business days). Free shipping on orders over €300.
- Russia (currently not available) - shipping to Russia costs €40. All orders are shipped with EMS postal service.

DUTIES AND IMPORT TAXES:
We ship all orders DDP (duties & taxes paid). This means you will not be charged for any import fees and taxes (including VAT). All our prices are final. The price you see at checkout is the final price, no hidden costs.

DELIVERY TIME:
- Europe: 1-2 business days
- US & Canada: 2-4 business days
- Rest of the World: 3-5 business days

RETURNS:
Our return policy lasts 30 days. If more than 30 days have gone by since the day you received your order, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.

→ Read our SHIPPING & RETURNS policy for more info. We strive to solve any issues fast and with as little hassle for you. If you have some additional questions, please contact us.

I really like the Suncraft brand..

I have bought many more expensive knives but this was one of the ones I liked the most in terms of quality. The workmanship and sharpening are very good. The sharpedge is very good as always with the gift of saya and its packaging.

Best knife I've owned.

By a country mile! Beautifully crafted knife that is the perfect weight for me (I prefer something a bit lighter). It holds it's edge exceptionally well and is so versatile. The finish on the blade and handle is top drawer. This has made my prep jobs a breeze!

Just a Beauty

Thank for perfect processing, fast shipping and great packing!
The knife itself is beautiful, typical to Japan very sharp, very light and feels very natural while handling.
Just very happy that I got this knife in the discount!
Unluckily I found a small scratch on the knifes tip, but hey its still a tool, a luxury one but a tool.

My first experience

The first thing that I tought when the knife has arrived was...WOW!! I love it and I'm even more motivated to cook just to use it.
The quality is very high, I recommend it to anyone who wants to give themselves a nice gift.
Approved!!

Awesome multipurpose knife

Extremely sharp, perfect polishing on the blade and especially the handle, for sure not the last knife from Suncraft that will buy

Each knife comes with:

✔️ Instructions and knife care leaflet.
✔️ A preventive Band-Aid – the knives are very sharp! 😉
✔️ Original box from the blacksmith, which we wrap in an old Japanese newspaper sheet – so every knife is ready to be passed on as a gift as soon as it hits your doorstep!
✔️ We also offer a special gift wrapping option with the traditional Japanese washi paper.

Express Worldwide shipping

10€ flat rate with DHL Express.
Free on orders over 300€.

Some exceptions apply.

No Duties & Fees

We cover any import fees, worldwide.
All prices are final, tax included.

Easy Returns

Something not OK?
You have 30 days to return it, no questions asked.

Attentive support

Get in touch, we usually respond within a few hours.

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