Gekko Bunka 165mm Aogami no. 2 Kurouchi

Gekko Bunka - Aogami No. 2 (170mm)

Product description

This Japanese Bunka kitchen knife with a blade length of approximately 170 mm is a handmade original from the Kyushu region, where a strong tradition of blacksmithing still exists. Each piece is individually crafted using traditional methods and is designed as a full-fledged all-purpose knife for everyday kitchen work.

The blade is made of Aogami No. 2 (Blue Paper Steel) carbon steel, which is valued for its high hardness, exceptional sharpness and very good response when sharpening. Thanks to careful hand forging and correctly selected heat treatment, the blade offers long edge life while maintaining good toughness. The slightly wider and thicker profile supports stability during cutting and certain contact with the sliced ​​raw material.

The blade surface has a traditional kuro-uchi (black forged) finish , which emphasizes the authentic appearance of the knife and partially protects the surface against external influences. The soft iron sheath construction increases durability and facilitates sharpening. The Bunka shape combines the properties of a chef's knife and a precision working tool, suitable for cutting vegetables, meat and fish.

The handle is made of burnt chestnut , which is light, pleasant to the hand and naturally resistant to moisture. The nylon resin mouth protects the connection between the blade and the handle and increases the durability during long-term use. Thanks to the good balance and medium weight, the knife is manageable and stable even during longer work.

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Knife category

Knife category: Limited edition
Knife type: Cell (universal knife)
Country of origin: Made in Japan

This knife belongs to a limited edition , which is produced in limited quantities and is not part of regular mass production. Individual pieces are created by hand and availability is limited in time and quantity. Once sold out, the knife is usually not produced again. Exceptionally as a final sale or part of one-off auctions.

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Knife specifications

Total length: approx. 310 mm
Blade length: approx. 170 mm
Blade height: approx. 48 mm
Blade thickness: approx. 2.5 mm
Weight: approx. 147 g (handmade - slight variations possible)
Sharpening: ambidextrous (for right- and left-handed people)

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Materials used

Blade core: Aogami No. 2 (Blue Paper Steel, carbon steel)
Casing: soft iron
Blade surface: kuro-uchi (black forged finish)

Handle: burnt chestnut
Handle mouth: nylon resin

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Blade features

The blade offers very high cutting performance and long blade life.
Aogami No. 2 allows you to achieve a fine and stable edge with very good cutting control.
Hand forging ensures a dense material structure and balanced working behavior.

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Recommendations for new knives

To achieve maximum performance, we recommend that you gently sharpen the knife on a water stone before using it for the first time.
Aogami No. 2 also responds very well to fine finishing sanding.

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Knife maintenance recommendations

After each use, rinse the knife, dry it thoroughly and store it in a dry place.
For longer storage, we recommend lightly treating the blade with oil intended for knives.

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Warning – carbon steel knives

Carbon steel is not stainless and can darken or rust if not cared for properly.
These changes are natural and do not negatively affect the functionality of the knife.

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Notice

Not suitable for dishwashers or dryers, as high temperatures, chemicals and mechanical stress can damage the blade and handle.

The knife is not intended for cutting bones, frozen foods, hard shells or other extremely hard ingredients that may cause the blade to chip.

Do not use the knife for prying or chopping and avoid cutting on glass, stone or ceramics; we recommend wooden or high-quality plastic cutting boards.