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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") |
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Blade height:
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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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