65 HRc
Nigara STRIX Tsuchime Migaki Bunka (universal knife) 180 mm
Nigara STRIX Tsuchime Migaki Bunka,
Description:
At the heart of each STRIX knife lies STRIX Powder Steel, one of the hardest stainless steels in the world. It can be sharpened to a razor edge and, with a hardness of 65 HRC, it stays sharp for an exceptionally long time. Surrounding the core are 32 layers of softer stainless steel, forged with a distinctive finish. The subtle dimples in these layers ensure food sticks less while cutting, making your work in the kitchen smoother and more enjoyable.
The knife is completed with an octagonal handle made from Ebony wood and black horn. This not only gives it a luxurious appearance but also provides perfect balance and a comfortable grip, making it feel like a natural extension of your hand.
The Bunka knife is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife, often seen as a close relative of the Santoku. Like the Santoku, it is designed as an all-purpose knife, but it has a distinct feature that sets it apart: a k-tip (kiritsuke-style) point. This angled, sharp tip gives the Bunka a more aggressive look and makes it especially useful for precision tasks, such as scoring vegetables, trimming meat, or making fine cuts.
With its broad blade and flat profile, the Bunka excels at chopping, slicing, and dicing vegetables, fish, and boneless meats. The flat edge makes it perfect for push-cutting and chopping, while the extra height of the blade gives excellent knuckle clearance during cutting.
Thanks to its combination of power, precision, and versatility, the Bunka has become a popular choice for those who want a single knife that can handle almost anything in the kitchen. The unique shape also makes it a great option for home cooks who want something functional but with a little more character than the more common Santoku.
Specifications:
- Blade length: 180 mm
- Overall length: 310 mm
- Weight: 158 g
- Blade thickness (measured 1 cm from the spine): 1.9 mm
- Steel: Japanese STRIX stainless steel core with stainless steel cladding, featuring a hammered (Tsuchime) finish and a 32 layer damascus finish.
- Hardness: 65 HRC (Rockwell)
- Handle: Ebony (Black-brown) with bolster from deep black buffalo horn
Care instructions: Like all high-quality Japanese knives, these handmade knives should not be placed in the dishwasher. For optimal longevity, clean and dry the knife immediately after each use.
