This Matsubara HAP40 Damascus Bunka 185mm was used and returned to us, and shows a few flaws and imperfections in the finish. Save $29!
Made by blacksmith Katsuto Tanaka, who works from his famed shop in Omura City, Nagasaki Prefecture, this great-looking bunka has a rather flat section at the heel end and then transitions into a nice curved belly about halfway along the edge.Brand: Matsubara
Location: Nagasaki
Blacksmith: Tanaka-San
Steel: HAP40
Cladding: Stainless Hairline
Knife Type: Bunka
HRC: 65-66
Handle: Walnut Octagonal
Edge Grind: Even
Weight: 5.0 oz (142 g)
Edge Length: 188 mm
Total Length: 332 mm
Spine Thickness at Heel: 2 mm
Blade Height: 54 mm
Made by blacksmith Katsuto Tanaka, who works from his famed shop in Omura City, Nagasaki Prefecture, this great-looking bunka has a rather flat section at the heel end and then transitions into a nice curved belly about halfway along the edge.
