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Takeshi Saji R2/SG2 Diamond Damascus Bunka 175mm

$539.00 USD

Knife Specifications

We strive to provide accurate measurements and photographs of our products. However, due to the handmade nature of many items slight variations may occur.

Style

Bunka

Blade Material

R2/SG2 Core, Diamond Damascus Clad

Handle Material

Western Desert Ironwood

Bevel

Double Bevel

Maintenance Level

Low

Edge Length

175mm

Overall Length

300mm

Spine Thickness

1.9mm @ Mid

Blade Height

49mm

Weight

238g

HRC

~64

An In depth look

Blade Type

The Bunka is your small/medium sized prep solution. If you prefer a slightly shorter blade length but still need to prep veggies and smaller cuts of meat, this is your stop. The angled "K-Tip" allows for finer tip work and can be used to sweep ingredients across the board so you don't dull your edge.

Steel Type

SG2 is considered by many as the best knifemaking steel in Japan. It gives all the benefits of carbon steel (very long edge retention, general ease of sharpening) without the carbon steel stresses of maintenance. It'll hold an edge for a long time, and can quickly and easily be refreshed on a whetstone or ceramic honing steel.

Care Information

Introducing

Takeshi Saji

From his forge in the heart of Takefu Knife Village, Takeshi Saji continues to produce some of the most visually striking and technically masterful knives in Japan. Now in his seventies, Saji-san remains one of the most dynamic and prolific blacksmiths working today — blending traditional forging techniques with bold, contemporary design.

He works across a wide spectrum of steels, from classic Japanese carbon steels to advanced stainless alloys like R2 and VG10. His signature Damascus finishes — including Rainbow, Diamond, and Black Nickel — are unmistakable, and are often paired with an eclectic range of handle styles that reflect both innovation and deep respect for materials.

Takeshi Saji’s knives are true functional artworks — forged with character, built for performance, and deeply rooted in decades of skill and passion.

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