Kato Yuki Ko-Bunka 135mm (5.3")
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- Descrição
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A nova coleção marcante da marca Masakage e do ferreiro Yoshimi Kato se chama Yuki - neve. A brancura sutil da lâmina e o cabo de magnólia leve foram projetados para lembrar uma paisagem de inverno com neve. Com núcleo de aço carbono e camadas externas de aço inoxidável, esta linha representa a combinação perfeita de beleza e desempenho.
O formato da Ko-Bunka torna-a uma faca multiuso, semelhante à Santoku, e muito fácil de usar. A palavra Bunka em japonês significa cultura e Ko pequeno. A Yuki Ko-Bunka de 135 mm é uma espécie de cruzamento entre uma faca Petty, Nakiri e Mini Santoku. Possui formato característico de Bunka com ponta pronunciada que lembra as lâminas Tanto. A faca provará ser uma faca excelente e versátil, ideal para picar ervas, preparar vegetais e até mesmo cortar pedaços menores de carne. Com seu perfil versátil e visual original, Yuki Ko-Bunka se tornará a estrela do seu arsenal de cozinha.
O acabamento da lâmina é chamado de Nashiji, a tradução literal da palavra é "a casca de uma pêra (asiática)". Refere-se à superfície levemente fosca da parte superior da lâmina, que além de ter valor estético, é prática, pois a superfície irregular reduz a aderência do alimento à lâmina ao fatiar.
O núcleo da faca é de aço Shirogami 2 (Branco 2) , cercado por duas camadas de aço inoxidável que também envolve a lombada da lâmina. A faca é endurecida a 62-63 HRC . A combinação de núcleo de aço carbono e camadas externas de aço inoxidável nos dá o melhor dos dois mundos: fácil manutenção e proteção contra ferrugem, por um lado, e nitidez, borda suave e sedosa e corte e corte eficiente, por outro. Usar a lâmina dará uma pátina na borda inferior da lâmina ao longo da linha shinogi que separa as camadas de aço. Apesar das camadas externas à prova de ferrugem, a faca deve ser limpa com limpeza regular e cuidadosa e recomenda-se a aplicação ocasional de óleo Ballistol .
Yoshimi Kato, um ferreiro relativamente jovem da famosa vila de Takefu, conhecido por muitos ferreiros habilidosos, deu à lâmina um cabo tradicional japonês, de formato oval, feito de madeira de magnólia com um anel feito de vermelho (estabilizado ) madeira.
A faca vem embalada em uma linda caixa - o papel de cor azul natural tem kanji prateado - assinatura do mestre ferreiro. A caixa vem com uma moeda de presente e um certificado carimbado pelo ferreiro e apontador.
Blade shape: Bunka
Steel type: Shirogami #2 White
Blade construction: San-mai / V-edge / kasumi & nashiji
Hardness (HRC scale): 62-63
Overall length: 260mm (10.2")
Blade length: 135mm (5.3")
Blade height: 34mm (1.3")
Spine thickness: 2.5mm (0.1")
Weight: 72g (2.5 oz)
Handle length: 115mm (4.5")
Handle type / wood: Japanese / Magnolia
Kanji on the blade:
Blacksmith: Yoshimi Kato
Location of the smithy: ECHIZEN - TAKEFU KNIFE VILLAGE / Fukui 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.
Knives made of carbon steels can, due to their low chromium (Cr) content, discolor and develop patina. The knife is the most sensitive when it is still new and a patina had not developed yet, but later, patina will protect the blade. These types of knives require a touch more care. → For in-depth information about patina, read our dedicated post on patina.
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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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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.
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