The 4.5″ ko-bunka—“ko” (小) meaning “small”—blends a nimble petty tip with a santoku’s scooping belly. With a generous 1.5″ knuckle clearance, this “fat petty” lets you slice and chop unimpeded for precision prep in a compact package.
Ko-Bunka (4.5" )
This 4.5″, 15° single-bevel blade—crafted from CPM S35VN stainless steel for superb edge retention and corrosion resistance—delivers crisp precision in a compact form. Its slim, well-proportioned African mahogany handle feels natural in the hand, while three bold primary-color dots (blue, yellow, red) lend a playful spark. A great knife needn’t be austere—it should make you smile every time you use it.
Overall length: 9.5”
Blade length: 4.5”
Blad width (max): 1.5”
Steel hardness: 63 HRC
Bevel/edge angle: 15 degrees
Blade thickness (spine): 1.9mm