MIYABI
BIRCHWOOD 5000MCD
Bunka 6.5 inch
Behind every Japanese MIYABI knife is a century-old artisan tradition. With the MIYABI Birchwood Bunka knife, you will experience a perfect blend of beauty and sharpness designed for versatile kitchen tasks. Featuring its distinctive K-tip (reverse tanto) blade profile, this knife excels at precision slicing, dicing, and chopping of vegetables, fish, and meat.
The blade, about 180mm (7 inches) long, is forged from premium SG2 (Micro Carbide MC63) powder steel, notable for outstanding hardness (approx. 62-63 HRC), superb edge retention, and durability. It is clad in 100 layers of stainless steel with a striking Damascus pattern, adding both strength and aesthetic appeal. The blade is hand-honed using the traditional Honbazuke method to a razor-sharp Katana edge for exceptional cutting performance.
The ergonomic D-shaped handle is crafted from high-quality Karelian (Masur) Birchwood, prized for its beautiful rippled grain and comfortable feel in hand. A mosaic pin and decorative stainless steel bolster complete the handle, lending both style and balance to the knife.
Proudly handcrafted in Seki, Japan, the Miyabi Birchwood Bunka combines traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern German engineering expertise from Solingen.
- Blade core forged from SG2 (Micro Carbide MC63) powder steel, achieving 62-63 Rockwell hardness for outstanding sharpness and edge retention
- 100 layers of stainless steel, featuring a beautiful Damascus floral pattern
- Hand-honed with traditional Honbazuke 3-step sharpening to create a razor-sharp Katana-style edge (9.5°–12°)
- Distinctive K-tip (reverse tanto) Bunka blade shape for versatile precision cutting, dicing, and chopping of a wide range of ingredients
- D-shaped ergonomic handle made from premium Birchwood, offering a secure and comfortable grip
- Mosaic pin and stainless steel bolster add to the knife’s balance and refined aesthetic
- Blade length: 180mm (7 inches), blade height approx. 49mm, overall length about 318mm, weight ~173g
- Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, merging centuries-old craftsmanship with modern technology
- Item no. 1034064
- Color: brown
- Substance: MC63
- Type of handle: concealed tang
- Type of edge: fine edge
- Edge finishing: Honbazuke edge
- Manufacturing method: welded
- Blade hardness (HRC): 63 HRC
- Colour handle: brown
- Substance handle: birch
- Net weight: 0.125 kg / 0.28 lbs
- Length of product: 30.7 cm / 12.09 in
- Width of product: 2.7 cm / 1.06 in
- Height of product: 5 cm / 1.97 in
- Blade length: 17.2 cm / 6.77 in
- Handle length: 11.9 cm / 4.69 in
- Handle width: 2.7 cm / 1.06 in
- Blade width: 0.2 cm / 0.08 in
- Blade thickness: 0.2 cm / 0.08 in
MIYABI 5000MCD
Aesthetics have played a key role in Japanese cuisine since time immemorial. The look of a dish and the way it is presented on the plate are just as much a part of the pleasure as its taste and aroma. In the kitchen, Japanese chefs are just as demanding where aesthetics are concerned as they are with functionality. The MIYABI 5000MCD series of knives provides professionals and ambitious amateur chefs with a set of precision knives that combine perfect functionality and ergonomics with unique design.
BIRCH HANDLE
Each handle made of top-quality Masur birch is also unique. The structure of the wood handle is reflected through the interplay of lines and stripes. The warmth of the natural wood contrasts nicely with the steel blade. A mosaic pin finishes off the sophisticated look.
D-Shaped Handle
The traditional Japanese ‘D-shaped’ handle ensures all handle styles are ergonomic and enables you to work without tiring. The ‘D-shaped’ handle is rounded off at its end with a decorative end cap with a logo.
PREMIUM STEEL
The blade core made of MicroCarbide MC63 powder steel is surrounded by 100 layers of two different types of steel with different levels of hardness. MicroCarbide MC63 powder steel is a high-grade steel for the highest demands.
SLEEK DAMASK DESIGN
A special blade treatment alters the surface structure of each layer, giving each blade its individual floral damask pattern.
HONBAZUKE HONING
This traditional Japanese Honbazuke honing gives every blade its incomparable sharpness. The 19° symmetrical blade is the result of v-edge honing.
EXTREMELY HARD BLADE
The CRYODUR® blade is hardened using a specially developed ice-hardening process at -196°C that guarantees extreme hardness of 63 Rockwell and a lasting sharp blade.
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SG2 Micro-Carbide Powder Steel
For scalpel-like sharpness. -
101-layer flower Damascus design
Ultra durable blade with katana edge. -
Authentic Japanese Blade Profile
With a 9.5° to 12° edge -
CRYODUR® Ice-Hardened Blade
Rockwell 63 for long-lasting sharpness. -
Traditional Japanese Karelian Birch Handle
For a comfortable grip. -
Compact, Hybrid Blade Design
Lighter, thinner and shorter blade blends the versatility of the classic Chef style with the precision of a Santoku. -
Wide Blade with Angled Tip
Wide, stocky profile with the sharply angled tip of the Kiritsuke (also known as the “reverse tanto”) for added precision and dexterity.
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