Matsubara Tsuchime Bunka 170mm (TNK-T170BU-WN)

The Matsubara Tsuchime Bunka 170mm is an all-purpose knife suitable for preparing meat, vegetables and fish that is similar to the Santoku, but is set apart by its acute and utilitarian point on the end of the blade that creates its unique shape. 

Completely handcrafted by 4th generation blacksmith Katsuto Tanaka, this knife is forged with a cutting core of Aogami Blue Paper #2 Carbon Steel that is stainless steel clad and features a beautiful and rustic hammered Tsuchime surface. The cutting core is sandwiched by a stainless outer layer. The blades are very thinly ground and deliver effortless cutting performance for both right and left-handed users. The octagonal handles are made with Rosewood and feature a black pakkawood ferrule.

Caring for your handmade knife:

• Always hand wash and thoroughly hand-dry your knife
• Wipe your knife down while you’re cooking, especially after cutting acidic foods
• Lightly coat your knife with mineral oil before storing
• Never store your knife wet, or allow it to soak in water
• Never place knife in a dishwasher
• Do not cut bones, frozen products, or pits
• Do not twist, chop, hit, or pry with your knife. Always use in a locomotive slicing motion
• Do not use a marble or glass cutting board. Always use a soft cutting board, such as wood     

Due to the nature of handcrafting and traditional blacksmithing, each knife is unique and may have some cosmetic distortion or irregularities. This is expected and normal. Because these knives are handcrafted, they do not qualify for warranty services.