{"product_id":"forged-bunka-knife-olive-wood-horn-handle","title":"Forged Bunka Knife — Olive Wood \u0026 Horn Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA traditional Japanese Bunka with an angular K-tip (kiritsuke-style) point for precise, controlled cuts alongside everyday chopping. The blade is hand-forged high-carbon steel with a textured, dark kurouchi finish along the spine, fading into a polished, wavy-tempered edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is a two-tone octagonal wa-handle — light olive wood paired with a black horn ferrule — for a clean, traditional look and a secure grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blade length 170mm (6.7\"), total length 324mm (12.75\"). Hand-forged high-carbon steel with a textured kurouchi finish and polished cutting edge. Octagonal wa-handle: olive wood with black horn ferrule. Includes a leather sheath. Hand wash, dry immediately, occasional light oiling of blade and handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA gift worth giving:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bunka's angular tip and all-purpose blade make it a favorite for cooks who want one knife that handles chopping, slicing, and detail work equally well — the light olive wood and black horn handle give it a clean, understated look on any counter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece leaves the forge ready for a lifetime of use — our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/knife-care\"\u003eKnife Care guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers the few simple habits that keep a hand-forged edge that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this dishwasher safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — hand wash and dry immediately after use; oil the blade and handle occasionally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes a Bunka different from a Santoku?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bunka's angular K-tip gives more precise point control than a Santoku's rounded tip — useful for detail work alongside everyday chopping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with a sheath?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — every Northbound Blade knife ships with a leather sheath included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northbound Blade","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":67777528955184,"sku":null,"price":298.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/0386\/8208\/files\/Bunka3.1.png?v=1789239672","url":"https:\/\/northboundblade.com\/products\/forged-bunka-knife-olive-wood-horn-handle","provider":"Northbound Blade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}