Fleur de Lys 26C3 Tsuchime Bunka 177mm (Blade Only)
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SPECIFICATIONS
Knife Style: Bunka
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: 26C3
Blade Finish: Tsuchime Hamon
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: None ➛ Choose yours
Blade Length: 177mm
Heel Height: 52mm
Spine Thickness: 2.90mm tapered to 1.70mm
Weight: 103g
The Kakushin × Noah Vachon × Jérémie Yelle Collection represents a meeting of two worlds—Japanese-inspired blade geometry and traditional Québec craftsmanship. Designed and forged in Québec, Canada, these blades were created for enthusiasts who appreciate the aesthetics and cutting performance of Japanese kitchen knives while supporting local makers pushing the craft forward.
Forged from 26C3 high-carbon steel and heat treated to approximately 62 HRC, every blade is built to deliver exceptional edge performance, impressive ease of sharpening, and the crisp cutting feel that has made 26C3 one of the most respected modern carbon steels among bladesmiths. Along the blade, a subtle hamon reveals the differential hardening process, while a light tsuchime finish near the spine adds texture without distracting from the clean, refined look.
Each blade is forged with a beautifully distal tapered spine, allowing the thickness to progressively decrease toward the tip for improved balance, agility, and cutting precision. The spine and choil are carefully polished for comfort, giving the blade a smooth, refined feel in hand before it even receives its handle.
Sold as blade-only, every piece is intentionally left ready for the final stage of its journey: pairing it with the handle of your choice. Whether you prefer stabilized wood, traditional wa handles, or something entirely unique, these blades become the foundation for a knife that is truly your own.
More than simply inspired by Japanese knives, this collection embraces the philosophy behind them—thin geometry, precise forging, elegant tapers, and purposeful performance—while proudly carrying the identity of Québec craftsmanship. It's a collaboration that bridges continents without imitation, combining Canadian forging with Japanese influence to create something entirely its own.
Each blade is individually forged, ground, heat treated, and finished by hand. As with all handmade carbon steel knives, slight variations in finish, hammer marks, hamon activity, and overall appearance are not imperfections, but a reflection of the craftsman's work and the unique character of every blade.
Kakushin can handle the blade-to-handle assembly for you at our shop. If you're new to the custom knife world and want to confirm the fit and sizing of a handle with a specific blade, feel free to reach out!
