The Artisan Bunka: Red Tide

Red Tide: Hybrid Wood and Resin Swirl.

The Artisan Series is our first run of true hidden-tang Japanese wa handles, and every one is unique. Each handle is crafted by hand from a variety of materials, so no two are alike. When this one's gone, it's gone.

Under the handle is the same blade you already know. The Artisan Bunka is a 7-inch kitchen knife in AEB-L Swedish stainless steel, heat-treated and cryogenically treated to 61 HRC. It has a 0.10-inch spine, 2.0-inch heel height, full distal taper and a razor-thin 0.010-inch edge.

What's new is the feel. A hidden-tang wa handle is lighter than our full-tang build, which moves the balance slightly more toward the blade. The knife pulls itself through the cut, and the octagonal shape locks into a pinch grip.

Proudly designed and made in the USA. Handle shaped by hand by Ken's Custom Handles, a local maker just up the road from us.

One of one. The knife in the photos is the knife you'll get. No two handles match; that's the point.

Please note: A sheath is not included with this knife. The Chef & Bunka Leather Sheath is sold separately.