Bonten Unryu being the signature line of Ryusen, is a showcase of pinnacle of VG10 knife making. With 63-layers Damascus cladding on VG10, a steel type Ryusen has mastered so well in term of heat treating and finish, this knife has a very high standard of polish and superb quality look to it.

These knives are medium weight with great handling. Out of all knives Ryky tested so far, Ryusen actually makes the best western styled handle out of all the larger knife makers. With these hand forged VG10 blades, superb polish of 63 layer Damascus and an overall fine quality look, the Ryusen Bonten Unryu offers quite an unmatched value at this price point.

Spec:

• Origin: Echizen, Japan
• Brand: Ryusen Hamono
• Knife Type: Gyuto
• Steel Type: VG10 (Hand Forged) Damascus Cladding
• Damascus Finish: Mirror Polish
• Hardness Level: 60-61
• Blade Type: Double-edged Blade
• Blade Length: 240mm (9.4")
• Blade Height (at heel): 49mm
• Handle Material: Pakkawood (Western Style)
• Kuchiwa Material: Stainless Steel
• Handle Length: 123mm
• Weight: 245g (8.64oz)
• Engraved mark: In Japanese Kanji "梵天 雲龍" (Bonten Unryu)