{"product_id":"yoshimi-kato-damascus-kurouchi-as-bunka-170mm","title":"Yoshimi Kato Damascus Kurouchi AS Bunka 170mm","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBunka:\u003c\/span\u003e A cross between a santoku and nakiri, the bunka excels in veg prep where push\/pull chopping is used. Bunka’s also sport a pointy tip, perfect for scoring mushrooms and dicing small veg! We love the bunka for it badass looks, and tall profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\nKnife Specs:\n\u003cp\u003e Knife specs are taken from a randomly selected knife. These specs may vary from knife to knife due to the handmade nature of our products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel: Aogami Super\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHRC: 62~63\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Length: 170mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight at heel: 47.6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine thickness above heel: 2.24mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 142 grams \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Wa-Octagonal Walnut w\/Black Pakka Collar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Bunka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Damascus Kurouchi Tsuchime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCladding: Soft Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Line: Damascus Kurouchi AS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaker: Yoshimi Kato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace of Origin: Echizen, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarbon steel knife care\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Please note, this knife is made with high carbon steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Carbon steel knives are amazing, they get super sharp, and are easy to sharpen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-However, they are more likely to rust than their stainless counterparts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Please wipe clean and dry immediately after use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Always wash with mild detergent by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Avoid very acidic foods like lemons, limes, and tomatoes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-After time you will develop a grey hue on your knife, this is called patina. The healthier the patina, the less likely it is your knife will develop rust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-If you happen to notice rust forming, please use a soft sponge and soapy water to remove. Dry and oil your blade afterwards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Be mindful of your cutting surface, this knife likes end-grain wood cutting boards best. If you do not own one, please use a plastic board only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e -A fine edged knife like this likes to be used in a forward and backward motion only, do not move this knife laterally across the cutting board.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Cook's Edge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39535999418470,"sku":"YKASB-0170KD","price":183.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2627\/1816\/products\/AE23B6E4-C51D-46C4-9249-6F21258EE7DA_1_105_c.jpg?v=1644034573","url":"https:\/\/thecooksedges.shop\/products\/yoshimi-kato-damascus-kurouchi-as-bunka-170mm","provider":"The Cook's Edge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}