OUL - SLD Nashiji Bunka - 170mm
A Bunka knife is a Japanese all-purpose knife with a distinct k-tip (kiritsuke) point, designed for precision slicing, chopping, and intricate cuts. Its flatter profile suits push-cutting, while the sharp tip excels at detail work.
Historically, Bunka knives were widely used in Japanese homes before the Santoku became more popular. Today, they are favored for their versatility, bold aesthetics, and precise performance, making them a stylish alternative to traditional chef knives.
This Bunka features stainless nashiji (pear-skinned) cladding with a SLD steel core, offering the sharpness and edge retention of traditional high-carbon steel with added toughness and stain resistance.
With a stainless-clad blade and a nashiji (pear skin) finish, this knife blends refined aesthetics with practical performance. Paired with a Western-style walnut handle and an integrated bolster, it offers superior comfort, balance, and effortless cutting precision.
-DESCRIPTION-
Shape - Bunka
Blade length - 170mm
Blade Height - 50mm
Blade Thickness - 3.58mm (above the heel)
Weight - 158.9g
Blade Construction - San Mai
Cladding - Stainless Nashiji
Steel Type - SLD
Rockwell Hardness - 62-63 HRC
Handle - Western Walnut
Made in - Sakai City, Osaka, Japan
Brand - OUL
Composition of SLD Steel:
Carbon (C): 1.40–1.60% (Enhances hardness and edge retention)
Chromium (Cr): 11.00–13.00% (Provides corrosion resistance and wear resistance)
Molybdenum (Mo): 0.80–1.20% (Increases strength and toughness)
Vanadium (V): 0.20–0.50% (Improves hardness and grain refinement)
Manganese (Mn): 0.20–0.50% (Enhances hardenability and toughness)
Silicon (Si): 0.10–0.50% (Adds strength and wear resistance)
Phosphorus (P): ≤ 0.030% (Kept low to maintain toughness)
Sulfur (S): ≤ 0.030% (Minimizes impurities for better durability)
Key Features of SLD Steel:
Semi-stainless properties due to high chromium content, offering better corrosion resistance than high-carbon steels.
Excellent edge retention and sharpness, similar to traditional reactive carbon steels.
Tougher than most high-carbon steels, making it more resistant to chipping.
Used in high-end kitchen knives, woodworking tools, and industrial cutting applications.
SLD steel is valued for its durability, sharpness, and ease of maintenance, making it a popular choice for high-performance knives.
A Bunka knife is a Japanese all-purpose knife with a distinct k-tip (kiritsuke) point, designed for precision slicing, chopping, and intricate cuts. Its flatter profile suits push-cutting, while the sharp tip excels at detail work.
Historically, Bunka knives were widely used in Japanese homes before the Santoku became more popular. Today, they are favored for their versatility, bold aesthetics, and precise performance, making them a stylish alternative to traditional chef knives.
This Bunka features stainless nashiji (pear-skinned) cladding with a SLD steel core, offering the sharpness and edge retention of traditional high-carbon steel with added toughness and stain resistance.
With a stainless-clad blade and a nashiji (pear skin) finish, this knife blends refined aesthetics with practical performance. Paired with a Western-style walnut handle and an integrated bolster, it offers superior comfort, balance, and effortless cutting precision.
-DESCRIPTION-
Shape - Bunka
Blade length - 170mm
Blade Height - 50mm
Blade Thickness - 3.58mm (above the heel)
Weight - 158.9g
Blade Construction - San Mai
Cladding - Stainless Nashiji
Steel Type - SLD
Rockwell Hardness - 62-63 HRC
Handle - Western Walnut
Made in - Sakai City, Osaka, Japan
Brand - OUL
Composition of SLD Steel:
Carbon (C): 1.40–1.60% (Enhances hardness and edge retention)
Chromium (Cr): 11.00–13.00% (Provides corrosion resistance and wear resistance)
Molybdenum (Mo): 0.80–1.20% (Increases strength and toughness)
Vanadium (V): 0.20–0.50% (Improves hardness and grain refinement)
Manganese (Mn): 0.20–0.50% (Enhances hardenability and toughness)
Silicon (Si): 0.10–0.50% (Adds strength and wear resistance)
Phosphorus (P): ≤ 0.030% (Kept low to maintain toughness)
Sulfur (S): ≤ 0.030% (Minimizes impurities for better durability)
Key Features of SLD Steel:
Semi-stainless properties due to high chromium content, offering better corrosion resistance than high-carbon steels.
Excellent edge retention and sharpness, similar to traditional reactive carbon steels.
Tougher than most high-carbon steels, making it more resistant to chipping.
Used in high-end kitchen knives, woodworking tools, and industrial cutting applications.
SLD steel is valued for its durability, sharpness, and ease of maintenance, making it a popular choice for high-performance knives.
A Bunka knife is a Japanese all-purpose knife with a distinct k-tip (kiritsuke) point, designed for precision slicing, chopping, and intricate cuts. Its flatter profile suits push-cutting, while the sharp tip excels at detail work.
Historically, Bunka knives were widely used in Japanese homes before the Santoku became more popular. Today, they are favored for their versatility, bold aesthetics, and precise performance, making them a stylish alternative to traditional chef knives.
This Bunka features stainless nashiji (pear-skinned) cladding with a SLD steel core, offering the sharpness and edge retention of traditional high-carbon steel with added toughness and stain resistance.
With a stainless-clad blade and a nashiji (pear skin) finish, this knife blends refined aesthetics with practical performance. Paired with a Western-style walnut handle and an integrated bolster, it offers superior comfort, balance, and effortless cutting precision.
-DESCRIPTION-
Shape - Bunka
Blade length - 170mm
Blade Height - 50mm
Blade Thickness - 3.58mm (above the heel)
Weight - 158.9g
Blade Construction - San Mai
Cladding - Stainless Nashiji
Steel Type - SLD
Rockwell Hardness - 62-63 HRC
Handle - Western Walnut
Made in - Sakai City, Osaka, Japan
Brand - OUL
Composition of SLD Steel:
Carbon (C): 1.40–1.60% (Enhances hardness and edge retention)
Chromium (Cr): 11.00–13.00% (Provides corrosion resistance and wear resistance)
Molybdenum (Mo): 0.80–1.20% (Increases strength and toughness)
Vanadium (V): 0.20–0.50% (Improves hardness and grain refinement)
Manganese (Mn): 0.20–0.50% (Enhances hardenability and toughness)
Silicon (Si): 0.10–0.50% (Adds strength and wear resistance)
Phosphorus (P): ≤ 0.030% (Kept low to maintain toughness)
Sulfur (S): ≤ 0.030% (Minimizes impurities for better durability)
Key Features of SLD Steel:
Semi-stainless properties due to high chromium content, offering better corrosion resistance than high-carbon steels.
Excellent edge retention and sharpness, similar to traditional reactive carbon steels.
Tougher than most high-carbon steels, making it more resistant to chipping.
Used in high-end kitchen knives, woodworking tools, and industrial cutting applications.
SLD steel is valued for its durability, sharpness, and ease of maintenance, making it a popular choice for high-performance knives.