About the Maker - Takumi Ikeda

Learning from his master Katsushige Anryu since 2007, as an apprentice and a nephew, Takumi Ikeda (池田拓視) now leads Anryu Hamono. Ikeda-san has been forging the majority of Anryu knives and is known for a distinctive Damascus steel-style finish.

About the Shape - Ko Bunka

The Ko Bunka (小文化) is a type of Japanese knife that has a small and short blade with a pointed tip. It is similar to a Bunka, which is a general-purpose knife that can cut, chop, slice, dice and mince various foods. However, the Ko Bunka is more suitable for smaller tasks in the hand or as an all-purpose blade. It can also be used to debone smaller meats, fish and birds.

About the Steel - Aogami Super

Developed by Hitachi Metals in Japan, the Aogami (Blue) Super steel has the highest amount of carbon among the Aogami steels meaning the greatest hardness and edge retention. Many knife makers see this steel as one of the best steels to work with. Special care must be taken as knives made with this steel is prone to rust.

About the Finish - Kurouchi

Kurouchi (黒打ち) refers to the darkened steel surface as a result from the forging process which forms a coating of oxide. It is the most rusting finish of all but gives knives a traditional character.

About the Finish - Tsuchime

Tsuchime (槌目) refers to a hammered finish. This could be a result from the forging process or be added/hand-hammered by the blacksmith to create an indented and unique finish.

Takumi Ikeda Aogami Super Kurouchi Tsuchime Ko Bunka 130mm

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