Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Bunka 165mm - Mono Bubinga

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.41 17 reviews

Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Bunka 165mm - Mono Bubinga

Name: Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Bunka 165mm - Mono Bubinga
Brand: Hatsukokoro
SKU: HAT-KUR-B2-B165-MB
Price: 126.0 USD
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Rating: 4.41 (17 reviews)

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Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Bunka 165mm - Mono Bubinga

$126.00 USD

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.41 (17)

Knife Specifications

Due to the handmade nature of many items, slight variations may occur.

Steel

Blue 2 w/ Soft Iron Clad

Hardness

63 HRC

54 Soft 67 Hard

Maintenance

Attentive

4 / 5

How to care for this steel

Style

Bunka

Blade Material

Blue 2 w/ Soft Iron Clad

Handle Material

Octagonal Mono Bubinga

Bevel

Double Bevel

Edge Length

165mm

Overall Length

305mm

Spine Thickness Heel/Mid

3.2mm/2.3mm

Blade Height @ Heel

46mm

Weight

138g

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 Read

Japanese Blue Steel #2, or "Aogami" #2, is a revered high-carbon steel alloyed with low amounts of chromium and tungsten. It strikes an excellent balance between durability, edge retention, and ease of sharpening. Slightly more ductile than Blue #1, it's widely used in crafting traditional Japanese knives, beloved by chefs for its resilience and sharpness, albeit is slightly softer than Blue 1.

Care Information Read

Hand wash only, never put in a dishwasher. Dry immediately after washing. Store on a magnetic knife strip or in a saya. Sharpen on a whetstone when the blade dulls. Read our full maintenance guide for more information.

Forged In Amagasaki·Brand

Hatsukokoro

Amagasaki, Hyogo

Operating out of Amagasaki since 2019.

Coordinates

34.7°N · 135.4°E

Signature

Wide-range OEM brand, value performance

Steels

GinsanSKD-11

Based in Amagasaki, Hatsukokoro partners closely with a wide network of skilled Japanese blacksmiths (Think Yoshikane, Myojin, Yauji and many more) and manufacturers to create an expansive range of kitchen knives. Their approach is rooted in collaboration, drawing on the strengths of various makers across Japan to develop collections that span from accessible entry-level pieces to exceptional high-performance tools.

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Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Bunka 165mm - Ebony

Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Bunka 165mm - Ebony review

To say you will not be disappointed would be the understatement of the year. I know good knives are designed to be used and used well, but I am almost too ashamed to use it day to day and I usually use it when prepping an exceptionally special meal just to enhance the experience that much more. Beautiful ergonomics, and a razor sharp blade that definitely holds its edge.

Great knife

Very sharp out the box, lightweight and comfortable.

I purchased as a gift for my sister and she is extremely happy. Perfect weight and precision for her delight in preparation

Well-received birthday gift

Purchased for a friend who loves cooking. After cutting strips of paper an excessive amount of time, they’ve taken to slicing and dicing madly. Very happy with the gift!

Very good quality

Very good quality bunka knive, balance, and sharp.

Hatsukokoro Kurogane Blue 2 Bunka 165mm

Great value

This knive is amazing value for money, great steal not to light, not heavy..... great for a whole day of slicing :)

Very happy with the knife, but wish she came with a cover/ sheath