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Ryusen Bonten-Unryu Gyuto 210mm
$250 / ¥37,000

The Bonten-Unryu from Ryusen is a masterpiece of Echizen forging. The VG-10 core is clad in multiple layers of Damascus steel creating the distinctive swirling cloud-dragon pattern that gives the series its name. The octagonal rosewood handle with a buffalo horn ferrule is both beautiful and functional.

Type Gyuto (牛刀)
Steel VG-10
Brand 龍泉刃物
Blade Length 210mm
Weight 165g
Hardness 60-61 HRC
Handle Wa (Japanese)
Origin Echizen (越前)
Best For all-purpose

Key Features

  • VG-10 core with multi-layer Damascus
  • Distinctive cloud-dragon pattern
  • Octagonal rosewood handle
  • Buffalo horn ferrule
  • Echizen forging tradition

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