Yosimitu Kajiya Shirogami #2 Bunka 160mm cladding-damascus With the subtle distal taper

With the subtle distal taper and medium-thick profile running down to a beautifully kasumi polished edge and the unique brass pin handle fitting system Simon now uses this would be a real standout in any knife collection

Length is 138mm / Weight 53g

This is a versatile all rounder ideal for working with larger ingredients and for those who seek a larger

Nishida san's santoku is a very impressive example of a traditionally made knife and with its white 1# steel core it takes and retains wickedly sharp edge that makes using it an abosolute joy

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Yosimitu Kajiya Shirogami #2 Bunka 160mm cladding-damascus With the subtle distal taperLightweight, thin behind the edge and with a nice longer flat blade profile, the Yosimitu Shirogami #2 bunka is a fantastic short every day knife. This model is fitted with a stylish octagonal poplar wood with a red and green bolster.