180 mm Carbon Steel Funayuki - Koa
180 mm Carbon Steel Funayuki - Koa
180 mm Carbon Steel Funayuki - Koa
180 mm Carbon Steel Funayuki - Koa, handle close-up

180 mm Carbon Steel Funayuki - Koa

JMC-SPE546

bladesmith: Chopp


This funayuki features a Damascus construction made from multiple knife steels and varying material thicknesses, creating a random, organic pattern. A classic combination of buffalo horn and Hawaiian koa completes the handle, while the 180 mm size makes this a versatile everyday kitchen knife.

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  • Complimentary lifetime sharpening
  • Made in Portland, Oregon

Jamison Chopp

Jamison Chopp grew up making furniture and considered pursuing it as a career after college, until he discovered knifemaking — a craft that wove together his interests in both wood and metalwork. After apprenticing at Carter Cutlery, where he mastered traditional Japanese lines, shapes, and patterns, Jamison opened his own shop before eventually rejoining his former colleagues at Acre Knife.

At Acre, Jamison lets organic patterns of forged steel speak for themselves. “I try to find beauty and refinement in simplicity instead of complexity. There’s no detail about a knife that I don’t pour myself into creatively. I’ve never been obsessed with perfection; I want you to look at my knives and know that they’re handmade.”

Funayuki

Meaning “going on a boat” in Japanese, funayuki refers to a shortened version of the larger Japanese gyuto. Traditionally carried on fishing vessels as a travel-sized chef knife, it was used to prepare meals and process fish fresh from the water.

Environment: Indoor
Uses: Chopping, Slicing, Filleting
Best for: Fish, Root Vegetables, Leafy Greens, Meat

Overview
Process: Forged

Overall Length: 320 mm / 12.60 in
Weight: 160 g

Blade
Profile: Funayuki
Material: Carbon Steel

Steel Type: CruForge-V

Cladding: 15N20 Steel

Length: 180 mm / 7.09 in
Height at Heel: 50 mm / 1.97 in

Handle
Construction: Wa
Material: Koa

Bolster: Buffalo Horn

Length: 135 mm / 5.31 in
Liner: Green Linen Micarta, Black G10 & Copper Clad G10

Every Special Edition is one of a kind. The knife in these photos is the knife you'll receive.

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San mai technique

  1. Material selection

    San mai (meaning three layers) involves utilizing two different steels to add strength and produce a striking visual effect.

  2. Forge-welded cross section

    These three layers are forge welded together and the layers become fused.

  3. Finished blade

    From this point the billet is forged into a blade shape and ground to reveal the inner core material.

Hand wash and dry No dishwasher

Hand wash your knife with warm water and mild dish soap when cutting tasks are finished. Dry immediately after use. 

Under no circumstances place your knife in a dishwasher or leave it soaking for extended periods in the sink. 

Following our general care instructions will help preserve your knife’s longevity and performance. Visit our care guide for additional information.

Please Note: High-carbon and mild-carbon steel will discolor and darken over time, especially in the presence of acidic foods. It’s normal for a blackish/blue patina to form due to oxidation. Patina tells the story of the unique relationship between a knife and its user.