Misuzu VG10 Bunka 160mm
The iconic reverse tanto-style tip and short, tall blade result in a knife with a very purposeful look. Not surprisingly, this style of knife is getting more popular, given their do-it-all abilities. Bunkas are suitable for cutting, slicing, and chopping, while the tip allows them to take on smaller ingredients or get into tight spaces. Many chefs use them as an alternative to a petty for garnish and detail work of all kinds.
The step up to VG-10 steel takes this great little knife into a higher place compared to its sibling, especially regarding edge stability, ease of sharpening, and stain resistance. As with the other knives in the line, the profile and grinds are similarly well-executed. It has a really nice thin spine that tapers down to the very fine tip.Maker: Misuzu Hamono
Location: Miki City, Japan
Construction: San Mai
Edge Steel: VG-10 Stainless Steel
Grind: Even
HRC: 60
Weight: 3.8 oz (108 g)
Edge Length: 158 mm
Total Length: 278 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 1.9 mm
Blade Height: 49.2 mm
Handle: Magnolia Octagonal
Ferrule: Black Buffalo Horn
The iconic reverse tanto-style tip and short, tall blade result in a knife with a very purposeful look. Not surprisingly, this style of knife is getting more popular, given their do-it-all abilities. Bunkas are suitable for cutting, slicing, and chopping, while the tip allows them to take on smaller ingredients or get into tight spaces. Many chefs use them as an alternative to a petty for garnish and detail work of all kinds.
The step up to VG-10 steel takes this great little knife into a higher place compared to its sibling, especially regarding edge stability, ease of sharpening, and stain resistance. As with the other knives in the line, the profile and grinds are similarly well-executed. It has a really nice thin spine that tapers down to the very fine tip.
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Nice Prep, June 15, 2024
So good, I bought a second one!Posted By: Braunson Garcia
2 people found this review helpful
Out of the box this knife is insanely sharp. At work, cutting raw red beets or yellow beets is absolutely no problem. My one thing about the knife is that even though I have been quite delicate and caring of it, there is still a small chip in the blade after a week of use. Other than that one quirk, I totally recommend if they restock!
2 people found this review helpful
Out of the box this knife is insanely sharp. At work, cutting raw red beets or yellow beets is absolutely no problem. My one thing about the knife is that even though I have been quite delicate and caring of it, there is still a small chip in the blade after a week of use. Other than that one quirk, I totally recommend if they restock!
