Yoshimi Kato 'Hyo' SG2 bunka 165mm strtr has earned a reputation for

has earned a reputation for crafting exceptional Western-style Japanese knives

Blade length (heel to tip): 227mm

The blade measures 215mm with 54

which many users prefer for finishing medium work

Ginsan core

Yoshimi Kato 'Hyo' SG2 bunka 165mm strtr has earned a reputation forHand forged by Yoshimi Kato in Echizen, Japan, this 165mm Hyo bunka has an SG2 core at ~63 HRC with stainless cladding. Being fully stainless, there are no rust concerns and no patina to manage. The polished blade has a tsuchime finish made of angular and geometric marks. Bunka are multipurpose knives with a reverse tanto tip that handles detail work well. Light and thin, it moves effortlessly through prep work. SG2 holds an edge well and is low