San Mai Damascus Bunka (7-1/2 in.) with Amboyna Burl

Product Description for San Mai Damascus Bunka (7-1/2 in.) with Amboyna Burl

Maker: Mark Mostert (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 107475
*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 8.50 in.
Cutting edge length: 7.50 in.
Total length: 13.75 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.40 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.15 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.15 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.13 in.
Item weight: 7.60 oz.
Shipment weight: 16.6 oz.
Blade: San mai blade combining a damascus core with stainless steel sides
Bolster: Brass
Handle: Stabilized amboyna burl
Description: Mark Mostert is an exceptional bladesmtih from South Africa. He started making knives part time in 2019 and presented his work for the first time at the 2020 Brooklyn Knife Show in Pretoria, South Africa. From the start, damascus caught his eye and he began a never-ending quest for information surrounding damascus and forging. As time went by, he started experimenting and is one of a very small group of bladesmiths in the world capable of making copper san mai. Mostert brings skills that are far beyond the number of years that he has been forging. His work is currently significantly underpriced and I anticipate him gaining a significant international reputation.
A bunka is a Japanese general purpose chef's knife. Like the santoku, a bunka is a knife of many talents that can easily handle all the basic kitchen cutting tasks. Slightly shorter than the standard chef's knife, the bunka is light, agile, and very easy to maneuver. With this tall bunka, there's plenty finger clearance when working over a cutting board. Whether slicing tomatoes, chopping onions, or portioning meats, this bunka will excel.
The san mai blade combined a damascus core (combining 1085 and 15n20 carbon steels) with stainless steel sides for easier maintenance and a dramatic look. The spine and choil are nicely rounded for comfort. Mostert's maker mark is on the left side of the blade.
The Japanese-inspired octagonal handle is stabilized amboyna burl. The burl combines heartwood and sapwood for a dramatic effect. The ambidextrous handle is tapered to provide a comfortable grip. A brass bolster seals the front of the handle.
Excellent work throughout!


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