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Takeda Stainless Clad Bunka 170mm
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Takeda Stainless Clad Bunka 170mm

Item #: TakedaNAS-BannoBunka170

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(5 out of 5 based on 6 reviews)

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Bunkas are essentially nakiris with an angled tip added for some additional versatility. Takeda's offering sports a 50/50 compound grind with an exceptionally tall and thin edge bevel. In this blade, Aogami Super steel is treated to achieve a 62 rating on the Rockwell Hardness scale, which allows the knife to retain its ductility while still being capable of superior edge-taking and holding characteristics.

The carbon core of the knife is laminated with kurouchi-finished stainless steel to enhance corrosion resistance and ease of maintenance. While smoother and more uniform than the kurouchi finish on Takeda’s Classic line, the aesthetic integrity of Takeda’s Stainless Clad line remains intact. Takeda’s knives have developed somewhat of a cult following amongst knife enthusiasts and are viewed by many as the gold standard for tall Japanese performance cutlery.

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  • Brand: Takeda Hamono
  • Blacksmith: Shosui Takeda
  • Location: Niimi, Japan
  • Construction: San Mai, Hammer Forged
  • Core Steel: Aogami Super
  • Cladding: Stainless
  • Finish: Kurouchi
  • Handle: Rosewood Octagonal
  • Ferrule: Black Pakka Wood
  • Edge Grind: Even 50/50
  • Weight: 4.2 ounces
  • Blade Length: 170 mm (6.75")
  • Overall Length: 305 mm (12")
  • Thickness at Heel: 2.5 mm
  • Blade Height: 55.1 mm

    Please know that all measurements are approximations! Takeda-san and his helpers make each of these knives by hand, without a template. As a result, every knife is unique and the stats will vary.



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      Thin and Nimble
    Posted By: Richard Mack

    Great shape, black shiny finish, superb construction, super light and nimble.. It became my favorite after this first day of use. Chops, slices, cuts, and dices with ease. A must if you can get your hands on it. Amazing.

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      Unbeliveble thin
    Posted By: CLENCIU ONUT - verified customer

    I receive this Bunka and from then I still wonder how thin it can be . Thank you !

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      Yikes what a knife
    Posted By: Joseph Antonelli - verified customer

    Sharp, precise, nimble, light, stiff, yes it's all of those things. Best of all it puts a smile on my face each and every time I use it.

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      Dean Robbins
    Posted By: Dean Robbins - verified customer

    If you are going to compare a Takeda Knife , you compare it to every other knife ever made,
    or wasn't made by Sosui Takeda .

    made by Sosui Takeda .


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      Simply the best
    Posted By: Timothy c. - verified customer

    One cannot explain in simple words how amazing these knives are. Light as a feather yet hard as a diamond. Easy to sharpen and hold that edge. I waited 6-8 months for it to come back in stock and it was the best purchase I have ever made. Highly suggest everyone gas one of these in their arsenals.

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      Beloved
    Posted By: jack jenkins - verified customer

    This knife has completely replaced my blue

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