Masakage Koishi Stainless Clad Aogami Super Ko Bunka
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Free US shipping over $99. Orders are normally fulfilled within 2 business days; UPS Ground transit is typically 1–5 business days. Custom work may add 1–2 business days.
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The Masakage Koishi Ko-Bunka 130 mm packs full-sized performance into a palm-friendly blade. Forged by Echizen master Yoshimi Kato from ultra-hard Aogami Super, then hand-sharpened by Takayuki Shibata, it pairs a pebble-textured tsuchime hammer pattern with a protective kurouchi layer over stainless cladding. The result looks like river stones caught in midnight fog—yet cuts with laser-like ease. At 130 mm, the Ko-Bunka keeps knuckle clearance while feeling as nimble as a petty, making it a do-everything companion for quick veg prep, herb chiffonades, or on-the-fly protein trimming.
Common Questions
Q: Is 130 mm long enough for daily meal prep?
A: Absolutely. The tall profile and flat edge let you chop cucumbers, mince garlic, or portion chicken breasts without wanting more length. Only large roasts or melons may need a longer blade.
Q: Does the Aogami Super core rust easily?
A: The core is reactive, but the stainless cladding covers most of the blade. Wash, dry, and store promptly; a pleasant grey patina will form on the edge over time.
Q: How often will I need to sharpen it?
A: With its HRC 63–64 hardness, the edge lasts many weeks in home use. A quick touch-up on a 3 k stone or strop restores “shave-sharp” in minutes.
Specifications
- Core Steel: Aogami Super carbon steel
- Cladding Type: Stainless, kurouchi tsuchime finish
- Blade Length: 130 mm
- Overall Length: 260 mm
- Spine Thickness (Heel): 2.2 mm
- Spine Thickness (Mid): 1.8 mm
- Blade Height: 31.9 mm
- Weight: 68 g
- Handle Material: Octagonal cherry wood with black pakkawood ferrule
- Hardness (HRC): 63–64
Shipping, returns and order protection
US shipping: Free on orders over $99. Orders are normally fulfilled within 2 business days, and UPS Ground transit is typically 1–5 business days after fulfillment. Custom handle installation or sharpening may add 1–2 business days.
Returns: Eligible purchases may be returned within 180 days with a free prepaid return label. Knives sharpened by Tokushu Knife or fitted with a custom handle remain eligible if they are otherwise new, unused, undamaged, and returned in their original packaging with all included components. The same refund terms apply.
Order protection: Every order is insured. If a package is lost or damaged, contact us at Tony@TokushuKnife.com and we will handle the claim.
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Steel, Construction and Care
Our catalog includes stainless, semi-stainless and carbon steels selected for edge performance and durability. Carbon steels may develop a patina, while stainless steels are designed to resist discoloration. Follow the care guidance on each product page, hand wash only and dry the knife promptly after use.
