Hokiyama Bunka AUS-10 Swirl Damascus 170mm (6.7") - BLADE
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Hokiyama Petty AUS-10 Swirl Damascus is a small, handy bunka blade with a stunning damascus blade finish. The bunka shape works great for preparing vegetables, meat, and fish, and this smaller version is great for people who find larger knives too unwieldy, as it offers great control for either short of long cuts. The thin pointy reverse tanto tip allows for extra precise cuts and carvings.
This blade is available without a handle. Now is your chance to make your own handle or order it separately, so you can put together a one-of-a-kind knife that is perfectly suited to your taste and needs.
BLADE SHAPE:
Bunka is one of the most versatile and useful blade shapes in the modern kitchen. It has a wide profile for easy food transfer and tends to be fairly flat towards the heel, enabling easy and fast chopping on the cutting board. A pointed tip allows piercing and precise, delicate work. A slight curve between the tip and the midsection makes the belly great for rocking the blade back and forth when cutting. It can be used for cutting meat, fish, and vegetables.
You can learn everything you need to know about the Japanese bunka knife in our article.
STEEL:
The heart of this bunka is made of Aichi's AUS-10 stainless steel, which was hardened to around 59-60 HRC. Due to its high content of Chromium (Cr), AUS-10 steel will resist corrosion very well.
BLADE FINISH:
A very distinct 33-layered Damascus pattern enriches the visuals of the blade - this pattern is unique to every knife and cannot be replicated. The damascus pattern is in parts round and curvy, hence the name "Swirl Damascus". Like your fingerprint, not one blade is alike. The entire blade is polished to a reflective mirror polish. You can see yourself in it!
BLADE GEOMETRY:
The blade has a double bevel (symmetrical) blade (50/50) with a flat v-edge grind, so it is suitable for both left- and right-handed users. It tapers distally towards the tip.
LAMINATION:
At the very edge, one can spot a pronounced, curvy line (matte finish) that travels along the entire length of the blade. This is the line between the core and the 33 softer, outer layers of steel that serve as additional protection of the core steel. Such a sandwich of the harder core steel and softer outer steel layers is called san-mai clad. Most of today's Japanese knives are made this way.
BLACKSMITH:
Hokiyama Hamono is a leading smithy in Kochi Prefecture in Japan. They have recently celebrated their 100-year anniversary, founded in 1919. Hokiyama Hamono is known for their quality as they follow the tradition of hand-made blades that has been around for over 800 years. They retain the handiwork and traditional craftsmanship that is passed down from generation to generation, while striving for the ever-new knowledge and innovation.
Blade shape: Bunka
Steel type: AUS-10
Blade construction: San-mai / flat v-edge / swirl damascus
Hardness (HRC scale): 59-60
Overall length: 250mm (9.8")
Blade length: 170mm (6.7")
Blade height: 47mm (1.9")
Spine thickness: 2.2mm (0.09") - 1.8mm (0.07")
Weight: 75g (2.6 oz)
Tang length: no handle, blade only
Recommended handle size: M
Kanji on the blade:
Blacksmith: Hokiyama
Location of the smithy: TOSA / Kōchi 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.
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This blade can be paired with our traditional custom-made maple burl handles
select your favorite
→ NIKKO MOSS remind us of the ancient moss covering the stone walls of the old temples of Nikko. It is not unlike holding a soft piece of velvet in your hand.
→ TOTTORI SAND takes us on a walk across the Tottori dunes of western Japan. A sandy brown color is inspired by the infinitely swirly sand dunes.
→ TOKYO NIGHT reminds us of the flashing lights of Tokyo’s Harajuku. The color of these handles varies from light to dark grey, with soft or deep hues of red and swirls of cream.
→ OKINAWA REEF transports you to the clear waters of Okinawa island. A soothing, emerald green color. It feels like immersing your hand in shimmering coastal waters during summer.
→ KYOTO SUNSET warms us with the glow of sunset over Kyoto. It feels like holding something smooth and warm in your hand – a glow in the sky at sunset or a burst of bright autumn color.
If you like a particular color hue, please contact us before placing an order.
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Handle Fitting service
Add Handle Fitting service to your cart when you order a blade (knife without a handle) and a custom handle from us and want us to install the handle on the blade for you.
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.
Quiz
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