The QE Series Bunka 3-piece set with true Japanese Aogami steel (Blue #2 steel) with high-carbon steel sourced from Sanyo Riki in Japan, expertly forged and finished. These blades feature a three-layer san mai construction, comprising a hardened Aogami Super cutting core surrounded by stainless SUS410 cladding for enhanced corrosion resistance and easier maintenance.

Features:

• Brand: Xinzuo
• Series: PM8M
• Total layers: 3 Layer San Mai
• Blade Length: Bunka Knife 8.43 Inches, Utility Knife 5.28 Inches, Santoku Knife 7.24 Inches
• Blade Width: Bunka Knife 2.01 Inches, Utility Knife 1.26 Inches, Santoku Knife 2.01 Inches
• Overall Length: Bunka Knife 14.17 Inches, Utility Knife 10.63 Inches, Santoku Knife 13.23 Inches
• Tang: Traditional Japanese octagonal Wa handle
• Blade Center Core: Authentic Japanese Aogami No. 2 Composit Steel
• Blade Core Hardness: 62-64 HRC
• Blade Thickness: 2.0 mm
• Tip Angle: Bunka Knife 65, Utility Knife 45, Santoku Knife 65
• Cutting Edge Angle: 15
• Damascus Blade Material: SUS410 Stainless Steel
• Handle Material: Traditional Japanese octagonal White Maple-White Buffalo Wa handle
• 12 Processes: 12 Processes of Manufacturing and Quality Control
• Heat Process: Vacuum Deep-Cooling Heat Treatment
• Includes: 5.3 inches utility knife, 7.2 inches santoku knife, 8.4 inches bunka knife

Steel & Performance

• Authentic Japanese Aogami Steel core (certificate of origin provided)
• 6264 HRC hardness, optimized for edge retention and slicing precision
• 3-layer composite steel (Aogami Super + SUS410 stainless cladding)
• Fine water-grinding and hand-polishing for a clean satin finish
• ~15 sharpening angle per side for traditional Japanese agility and bite

Aogami carbon steel knives are prized for their sharpness and edge life, favored by custom bladesmiths for performance-focused chef knives. Here, traditional high-carbon steel is paired with stainless outer layers for real-world kitchen practicality without sacrificing cutting feel.

Handling & Ergonomics

• Traditional Japanese octagonal Wa-handle
• Premium white maple + white buffalo horn ferrule
• Hand-polished for comfortable transitions and controlled grip
• Rounded spine and choil to relieve finger pressure during extended prep
• Curved heel transition to prevent accidental finger contact

Presentation

• Packaged in a solid wood gift/storage boxes
• Suitable for premium gifting or long-term safe storage

This Bunka, Utility, and Santoku is forged from genuine Aogami Super Steel and crafted for chefs who demand performance without compromise. The Bunkas bold geometry powers through larger cuts, the Utility excels at agile precision, and the Santoku brings rhythmic chopping and scooping efficiency. Together they offer perfect harmony of sharpness, balance, and controlthree essential Japanese blades built for a lifetime of inspired cooking.

Summary

A professional-grade Bunka, Santoku, and Utility Aogami knife combining genuine Hitachi-family Aogami Super Steel, refined hand finishing, and traditional Japanese design cues. Exceptional for cooks who appreciate carbon-steel performance and authentic materials, delivered in a form that honors craft and function.

The QE Series Bunka 3-piece set with true Japanese Aogami steel (Blue #2 steel) with high-carbon steel sourced from Sanyo Riki in Japan, expertly forged and finished. These blades feature a three-layer san mai construction, comprising a hardened Aogami Super cutting core surrounded by stainless SUS410 cladding for enhanced corrosion resistance and easier maintenance.

Features:

• Brand: Xinzuo
• Series: PM8M
• Total layers: 3 Layer San Mai
• Blade Length: Bunka Knife 8.43 Inches, Utility Knife 5.28 Inches, Santoku Knife 7.24 Inches
• Blade Width: Bunka Knife 2.01 Inches, Utility Knife 1.26 Inches, Santoku Knife 2.01 Inches
• Overall Length: Bunka Knife 14.17 Inches, Utility Knife 10.63 Inches, Santoku Knife 13.23 Inches
• Tang: Traditional Japanese octagonal Wa handle
• Blade Center Core: Authentic Japanese Aogami No. 2 Composit Steel
• Blade Core Hardness: 62-64 HRC
• Blade Thickness: 2.0 mm
• Tip Angle: Bunka Knife 65, Utility Knife 45, Santoku Knife 65
• Cutting Edge Angle: 15
• Damascus Blade Material: SUS410 Stainless Steel
• Handle Material: Traditional Japanese octagonal White Maple-White Buffalo Wa handle
• 12 Processes: 12 Processes of Manufacturing and Quality Control
• Heat Process: Vacuum Deep-Cooling Heat Treatment
• Includes: 5.3 inches utility knife, 7.2 inches santoku knife, 8.4 inches bunka knife

Steel & Performance

• Authentic Japanese Aogami Steel core (certificate of origin provided)
• 6264 HRC hardness, optimized for edge retention and slicing precision
• 3-layer composite steel (Aogami Super + SUS410 stainless cladding)
• Fine water-grinding and hand-polishing for a clean satin finish
• ~15 sharpening angle per side for traditional Japanese agility and bite

Aogami carbon steel knives are prized for their sharpness and edge life, favored by custom bladesmiths for performance-focused chef knives. Here, traditional high-carbon steel is paired with stainless outer layers for real-world kitchen practicality without sacrificing cutting feel.

Handling & Ergonomics

• Traditional Japanese octagonal Wa-handle
• Premium white maple + white buffalo horn ferrule
• Hand-polished for comfortable transitions and controlled grip
• Rounded spine and choil to relieve finger pressure during extended prep
• Curved heel transition to prevent accidental finger contact

Presentation

• Packaged in a solid wood gift/storage boxes
• Suitable for premium gifting or long-term safe storage

This Bunka, Utility, and Santoku is forged from genuine Aogami Super Steel and crafted for chefs who demand performance without compromise. The Bunkas bold geometry powers through larger cuts, the Utility excels at agile precision, and the Santoku brings rhythmic chopping and scooping efficiency. Together they offer perfect harmony of sharpness, balance, and controlthree essential Japanese blades built for a lifetime of inspired cooking.

Summary

A professional-grade Bunka, Santoku, and Utility Aogami knife combining genuine Hitachi-family Aogami Super Steel, refined hand finishing, and traditional Japanese design cues. Exceptional for cooks who appreciate carbon-steel performance and authentic materials, delivered in a form that honors craft and function.