NAKAGAWA X TOKUSHU TALL White #1 Mizu Honyaki Bunka 180mm No Handle
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Nakagawa x Tokushu White #1 Mizu Honyaki Tall Bunka 180mm
If you're seeking exceptional craftsmanship in Japanese kitchen knives, look no further. We're proud to present the Nakagawa x Tokushu White #1 Mizu Honyaki Tall Bunka 180mm—a collaboration that brings you the finest in honyaki knife making. Forged by master blacksmith Satoshi Nakagawa, this Tokushu product exemplifies the pinnacle of traditional Japanese blade forging.
Crafting a honyaki knife is one of the most challenging feats in blacksmithing. The process involves forging the blade from a single piece of high-quality steel and water quenching (mizu honyaki), which is significantly more demanding than oil quenching. Only a few master smiths can successfully create a mizu honyaki without the blade cracking, making these knives rare and highly sought after.
Satoshi Nakagawa is a renowned honyaki knife maker whose expertise shines in this White #1 Mizu Honyaki Tall Bunka. Forged from Shirogami (White) Steel #1, this knife features a thinner blade than most, allowing for smoother, more precise cuts. The blade achieves an impressive hardness of HRC 65, thanks to the meticulous water-quenching process. This method often results in many cracked blades, but when executed flawlessly, it produces a knife of exceptional quality and performance.
If you're considering adding a honyaki knife to your collection, the 180mm Honyaki Bunka is an indispensable choice. Combining an ideal length and versatile style, this knife showcases a level of craftsmanship that only a few masters like Nakagawa-san have perfected.
Specifications
- Brand: Nakagawa x Tokushu
- Sharpener: Master Shuji Yamaguchi
- Series Name: Tokushu Tall
- Core Steel Type: Shirogami (White) #1
- Finish Type: Mirror Wave
- Knife Type: Tall Bunka
- Knife Length: 180mm
- Handle: Not Included
- Measured Blade Length: 167.5mm
- Overall Length: 277mm
- Blade Height at Heel: 53.8mm
- Spine at Heel: 3.86mm
- Spine 1cm Behind Tip: 0.41mm
- Weight: 129g
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.
Outside the US: Supported international orders from TokushuKnife.com typically ship via FedEx Delivered Duty Paid (DDP). Tokushu Knife pays all applicable import duties and taxes on the customer's behalf. Customers are not responsible for paying duties or taxes. Available destinations, shipping charges and delivery estimates are shown at checkout. Customers may also shop at TokushuKnife.eu for regional inventory and options.
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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.
