Shibata Koutetsu SG2 Boss Bunka 215mm, Ebony Black Ring Handle

Shibata Koutetsu SG2 Boss Bunka 215mm, Ebony Black Ring HandleThe Shibata Koutetsu SG2 Boss Bunka 215mm is a double bevel general purpose knife best fit for professional chefs and enthusiasts seeking extended blade length in a pointed profile. Produced by Iron Clad in Fukuyama, this 215mm Bunka features an SG2 powdered stainless steel core with sanmai stainless clad construction and a migaki surface finish. The distinctive reverse tanto tip and straighter edge facilitate precision tasks such as julienning

As a practical single bevel tool from the Shirasagi line

Width of Spine at about 1cm From the Tip

153 mm  Blade Height at Heel

this knife represents his pioneering fusion of traditional Japanese techniques with Western design influences within the VG10 Rainbow Damascus Diamond Polish line

The Nigara SG2 Tsuchime Matt Migaki Petty 150mm Western Ironwood is a double-bevel utility knife best fit for first-timers and professional chefs requiring a stainless clad blade for precision tasks

Aogami Super carbon steel achieves 62-65 HRC hardness and requires immediate drying and light oiling after use as the non-stainless cladding is prone to rust

Although the stainless cladding reduces maintenance requirements

rustic looking

the upfront cost is also quite significant

As a reactive carbon steel honyaki

measuring 2

This double-bevel blade features a V-Toku 2 carbon steel core with a Rainbow Damascus etched finish and measures 152mm in edge length