This Yahiko bunka has a minor flaw in the handle, visible in the fourth picture.
There are a few things that separate good knives from average knives: steel quality, edge grinds, comfortable handles, good fit and finish, and nice packaging all contribute to making a knife that rises to the top. This line hits the mark. The steel used is Ginsan stainless, which is high quality stainless steel, and the finish is called nashiji (translates to "pear skin"). You can see from the photos this knife is a stunner. The details are all looked after too. Our friend Akane san, hand engraved each knife and she also did the beautiful calligraphy for the Yahiko logo on the box. All in all we're thrilled with these knives!Knife Line: Yahiko
Construction: Forged, San Mai
Edge Steel: Ginsan Stainless Steel
Cladding: Stainless Steel
Finish: Nashiji
Edge Grind: Even - 50/50
Engraving: Hand Engraved by Akane
Handle: Octagonal Sakura (Cherry Wood)
Ferrule: Pakka Wood
Weight: 4.2 oz (120 g)
Edge Length: 176 mm
Total Length: 325 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 2 mm
Blade Height: 43 mm
HRC: 61-62
There are a few things that separate good knives from average knives: steel quality, edge grinds, comfortable handles, good fit and finish, and nice packaging all contribute to making a knife that rises to the top. This line hits the mark. The steel used is Ginsan stainless, which is high quality stainless steel, and the finish is called nashiji (translates to "pear skin"). You can see from the photos this knife is a stunner. The details are all looked after too. Our friend Akane san, hand engraved each knife and she also did the beautiful calligraphy for the Yahiko logo on the box. All in all we're thrilled with these knives!
