The Corey Dunlap Inazuma 7.25 Inch Wa Bunka Knife in Ebony Wood combines traditional Japanese-style ergonomics with custom American knife-making excellence for multi-purpose kitchen preparation. Handcrafted in the USA by custom knifemaker Corey Dunlap, this versatile culinary tool is engineered to replace heavy, unyielding chef knives that cause hand cramps and wrist fatigue during high-volume prep work. Featuring a lightweight hidden-tang construction paired with a classic octagonal Wa handle, the Inazuma Wa Bunka Knife delivers a fluid, floating balance that streamlines vegetable chopping, protein trimming, and precision detail work.
The knife features a 7.25 in Bunka blade ground from high-grade AEB-L stainless steel, heat-treated to 62 HRC and finished with a refined satin polish. Renowned in custom culinary cutlery for its ultra-fine carbide structure, AEB-L provides exceptional edge stability, high stain resistance, and razor-sharp edge retention. Ground flat with a convex bevel along its slim 0.09 in spine, the blade minimizes wedge drag and food sticking when slicing through dense produce and proteins. Its signature reverse tanto K-tip profile provides surgical accuracy for micro-precision scoring, dicing onions, and navigating tight areas.
Designed for superior tactile feedback and comfortable hand clearance above the cutting board, the handle is sculpted in a traditional octagonal Wa profile from dense, pitch-black African Ebony Wood. The polished natural wood finish yields a smooth, secure grip that adapts naturally to pinch grips and varied hand positions. Built with a Japanese hidden-tang layout weighing just 4.17 oz across its 12.50 in overall length, the knife shifts weight forward toward the blade, allowing for seamless push-cuts and controlled slicing with minimal wrist drag. Hand washing with mild dish soap and immediate towel drying are recommended to preserve the custom satin finish and natural ebony handle.
Key Benefits
- AEB-L Stainless Steel Construction (62 HRC): High-performance razor-blade alloy offers exceptional edge stability, fine grain structure, and high stain resistance.
- Traditional Octagonal Wa Handle: Sculpted pitch-black African Ebony Wood provides an ergonomic, high-clearance grip for effortless board control.
- Aggressive Reverse Tanto K-Tip: Specialized tip geometry excels at micro-precision scoring, dicing, and detailed trimming in tight spaces.
- Flat Grind with Convex Bevel: Slim 0.09in spine geometry reduces wedge drag and prevents food from sticking during rapid slicing.
- Japanese Hidden-Tang Balance (4.17 oz): Lightweight hidden-tang construction reduces overall hand fatigue and provides an agile, forward-leaning balance.
Designed for versatile everyday meal preparation and broad-board chopping, this high-performance utility knife features a 7.25 in AEB-L stainless steel blade with a fine plain edge. The fixed blade is anchored by an octagonal African Ebony Wood Wa handle, delivering a lightweight, well-balanced grip and a total weight of 4.17 oz. Handcrafted in the USA by knifemaker Corey Dunlap, this custom Bunka knife measures 12.50 in. in overall length.
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