{"product_id":"gekko-bunka-170mm-aogami-no-2-kurouchi-kopie","title":"Gekko Bunka 165mm Aogami no. 2 Kurouchi","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"496\"\u003e Gekko Bunka - Aogami No. 2 (170mm)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"515\"\u003e Product description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eJapanese Bunka kitchen knife\u003c\/strong\u003e with a blade length of approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"596\"\u003e170 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"809\"\u003eall-purpose knife\u003c\/strong\u003e for everyday kitchen work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003e The blade is made of \u003cstrong data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"914\"\u003eAogami No. 2 (Blue Paper Steel)\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003eThe blade surface has a traditional \u003cstrong data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003ekuro-uchi (black forged) finish\u003c\/strong\u003e , which emphasizes the authentic appearance of the knife and partially protects the surface against external influences. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003eThe soft iron\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003e The handle is made of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eburnt chestnut\u003c\/strong\u003e , 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1910\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003e Knife category\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003eKnife category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited edition \u003cbr data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eKnife type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cell (universal knife)\u003cbr data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eThis knife belongs to \u003cstrong data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"134\"\u003ea limited edition\u003c\/strong\u003e , 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.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003e Knife specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2338\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003eTotal length:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 310 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2148\"\u003eBlade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 170 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003eBlade height:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 48 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003eBlade thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 2.5 mm \u003cbr data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2226\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2239\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 147 g (handmade - 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