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OUL SLD Nashiji Bunka 170mm Japanese chef knife
  • OUL SLD Nashiji Bunka 170mm Japanese chef knife
  • Japanese Bunka knife for sale with SLD steel core
  • Western walnut handle on OUL SLD Bunka
  • Choil area showing thin grind and precise craftsmanship
  • Integrated bolster and walnut handle close-up
  • Nashiji pear-skin finish on stainless clad Bunka knife
  • K-tip detail on Japanese Bunka chef knife
  • OUL SLD Nashiji Bunka 170mm Japanese chef knife
  • Japanese Bunka knife for sale with SLD steel core
  • Western walnut handle on OUL SLD Bunka
  • Choil area showing thin grind and precise craftsmanship
  • Integrated bolster and walnut handle close-up
  • Nashiji pear-skin finish on stainless clad Bunka knife
  • K-tip detail on Japanese Bunka chef knife
OUL SLD Nashiji Bunka // 170mm

OUL SLD Nashiji Bunka // 170mm

$260.00 USD
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The OUL SLD Nashiji Bunka 170mm is a versatile Japanese all-purpose knife featuring a distinctive k-tip (kiritsuke-style) profile, designed for precision slicing, chopping, and detailed tip work. With a flatter edge profile suited to push cutting and a sharp tip for intricate tasks, the Bunka offers excellent control and efficiency in everyday kitchen prep.

Historically used in Japanese home kitchens, the Bunka remains a favorite among cooks looking for a compact yet highly capable alternative to a traditional chef’s knife. Its balanced proportions and precise cutting performance make it well suited for both professional chefs and serious home cooks.

This knife features stainless nashiji (pear-skin) cladding with an SLD steel core, delivering the sharpness and edge retention of high-carbon steel while offering added toughness and improved stain resistance. The nashiji finish enhances food release and adds a refined, understated texture to the blade.

Paired with a Western-style walnut handle and integrated bolster, the knife provides excellent balance, comfort, and stability during extended prep sessions. Handcrafted in Sakai City, Osaka, this Bunka is an excellent choice for those looking to buy a high-quality Japanese chef knife from a trusted Japanese cutlery maker.

Ideal for cooks seeking a premium Japanese Bunka knife that combines traditional craftsmanship, modern steel performance, and everyday usability.



Perfect for:

  • Home cooks upgrading to their first Japanese knife

  • Professional chefs seeking a compact, precise prep knife

  • Buyers looking for high-end Japanese knives online

-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.