Yoshimi Kato SG2 Minamo Bunka 180mm Amboyna Burl Western

Yoshimi Kato SG2 Minamo Bunka 180mm Amboyna Burl WesternThe Yoshimi Kato SG2 Minamo Bunka 180mm is a stainless clad general purpose knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking precise vegetable and meat preparation. Forged in Echizen by certified traditional craftsman Yoshimi Kato, this blade features an SG2 powdered steel core with san mai stainless cladding and a tsuchime hammered finish inspired by summer thunderstorms. The 180mm bunka profile combines a straight edge with a pointed

originally designed for turbine use before gaining prominence in cutlery for its balance of ductility and strength

Weighing 126g with a 47mm heel height

Naniwa claims these are splash-and-go stones

Honyaki knives are made by highly skilled masters as they are much harder to forge than cladded knives

best fitting first-timers and students seeking a double-bevel chef's knife with precise tip geometry

some times too bulky

achieving 61-64 HRC for edge retention that responds well to sharpening

it requires drying after use to prevent oxidation despite the stainless cladding

ensuring long-lasting protection while maintaining a refined aesthetic

and professional chefs requiring a precision tool for peeling

Forged in Toyama by Sukenari

The ironwood western handle accommodates various grip styles on the double-bevel edge