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Sakai Takayuki Homura (Itsuo Doi) Blue #2 Kengata 195mm Kitchen Knives
- United States
- $400.00
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Product description
Depending on the vendor, you’ll see this categorized as a kengata, bunka, or santoku. Whatever you categorize it, I think you’ll agree that it’s a stunning looking knife. It’s forged by Itsuo Doi. Vendors list this as 195mm, but measured from the heel to tip, it’s 178x50mm and weighs 206g. It has a San Mai construction with iron cladding and Blue #2 core.
I am the original owner and bought it from Cook’s Edge for approximately $800. Selling it now for $400. It has been professionally sharpened once and is still screaming sharp. A saya is included.
Check out the YouTube video, linked in the description.
Here’s a more detailed description copied and pasted from CKTG:
We have a soft spot for bunka-style blades. The added height, compact dimensions, and reverse tanto tip add up to a kitchen utensil of extreme versatility. It is a wonder tool for most cutting and slicing tasks around the kitchen. Its shorter length makes it easy to handle and a great choice for smaller boards and hands. The shape also gives the knife a rigid and superbly controlled feel.
This is no ordinary bunka, however. It is a stunning example of the art of blade-making, supremely fit for use or simply as a collectible. The fit and finish of the blade and handle are as good as it gets. The heat treatment and grinds are also world-class. The core of the blade is made from Aogami 2 high carbon steel by the Hitachi Metals Company. This steel is highly sought after and is made from Japanese pure sand irons at their famous Yasugi plant in Shimane Prefecture. It is coveted for its great edge retention and ability to take a very acute edge.
The inner core is laminated with a soft iron which protects the Shirogami and adds a shock-absorbing attribute to the knife. The blade face has a high primary grind which looks like a single bevel blade. The aesthetic quality of the three different finishes on the blade faces is beautiful. Together with the wonderful handle made from rosewood, nickel silver, and buffalo horn, this adds up to a knife that is as much a looker as it is a performer.
Condition
- Good (light signs of use)
In original packaging?
- Yes
Country of manufacture
- Japan
Brand/Blacksmith
- Doi
Blade shape
- Bunka
Blade length (mm)
178Product weight (g)
206Steel category
- Carbon steel
Steel type
- Aogami #2
Steel hardness (HRC)
- Unknown
Handle material
- Natural (wood)
Seller's return policy
- No returns (5-day Buyer Protection Return Policy for Eligible returns still applies)
Product Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGWkbXgTxHo
