Chef's Knife (Kiritsuke Nakiri/Bunka) - 7-1/8 in. (180mm) - SG2 Stainless Damascus

Product Description for Chef's Knife (Kiritsuke Nakiri/Bunka) - 7-1/8 in. (180mm) - SG2 Stainless Damascus

Maker: Nigara Hamano - SG2 Stainless Damascus (Yo) (click to see more by this maker)
Price: $449.00 Saving: $301.00
Item num: 107597
Blade length: 7.10 in.
Cutting edge length: 6.50 in.
Total length: 12.00 in.
Blade height (at heel): 2.01 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.10 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.09 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.05 in.
Item weight: 8.00 oz.
Shipment weight: 12.2 oz.
Blade: SG2 PM stainless steel surrounded by pool and eye pattern stainless damascus (Hrc 63)
Bolster: Stainless steel
Handle: Stabilized maple burl set on a full tang
Description: Bunka/Kiritsuke Nakiri are general purpose knives used for a wide range of common kitchen tasks. This chef's knife can be used any time a gyuto or santoku might be called for. The triangular tip results in a detail oriented, yet stronger tip than the gyuto. This Bunka has less curve than a Western chef's knife, which means it contacts the cutting board along more of its length, so more food is cut per slice. A gentle roll off the tip compared to the large roll of a Western style knife means it needs to be lifted less, making cutting more efficient.
Nigara Hamono, in Hirosaki-shi, Amori, Japan, has been a noted blacksmith since they received an official appointment from the Tsugaru clan more than 350 years ago during the Edo period. Ever since then, their blacksmithing techniques have been passed down through the generations. Today, Nigara is run by the 7th generation owner Mr. Toshiju Yoshizawa along with 8th generation blacksmith Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa. Each knife made by Nigara Hamono is forged by hand, paying the utmost attention, ensuring the knives will have the best cutting edge possible.
The Super Gold 2 stainless steel core (hagane) is surrounded by softer pool and eye pattern stainless damascus. At 63 Hrc, SG2 powdered metallurgical stainless steel offers a keen, long lasting edge without the care of carbon steel. Though the cutting edge is very hard, the small grain structure of SG2 makes sharpening and honing effortless. In our experience, SG2 is one of the best stainless steels currently being used to make kitchen knives. The ambidextrous convex grind provides effortless food release while chopping and slicing. The spine and choil are nicely rounded for a comfortable pinch grip.
Hand contoured stabilized maple burl handle scales are set on the full tang with mosaic pins. The front of the handle is sealed with stainless bolsters. The handle is nicely shaped for a secure, comfortable grip. Like other kitchen knives, this knife should not be put in a dishwasher.
SG2 Stainless Damascus chef's knives by Nigara Hamano are a great choice for the cook who is looking for a well balanced, solid, high performing stainless steel knife that will excel in either a home or commercial kitchen.


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