Limited Edition
Chef Edward Lee Bunka Knife - 8"


A soulful blend of East meets South, the Chef Edward Lee 8" Bunka Knife features charred Maker's Mark bourbon barrel handles and 53-layer Black Damascus steel. Designed for precision and heart—this limited edition blade supports The LEE Initiative with every purchase.

SKU

CE200-08


Origin

Seki, Japan


Handle

Charred Retired Maker's Mark Bourbon Barrels


Blade

53 Layer VG10 Damascus


Attributes

Sharp, Shiny


Weight

Featherweight


The Messermeister Limited Edition Chef Edward Lee 8" Bunka Knife is where soulful craftsmanship meets culinary purpose. Created in collaboration with award-winning chef Edward Lee—renowned for his global style rooted in Asian tradition—this knife reflects a cultural crossroads of heritage and innovation. Featuring a clean Asian Bunka profile, its blade is forged from 53-layer Black Damascus steel for razor-sharp performance and striking beauty. The charred handle is crafted from reclaimed Kentucky Maker's Mark bourbon barrels, marrying Lee’s Korean roots with his Louisville home. Gritty, elegant, and built to perform, this knife is what Lee calls “spiced-up simplicity.” A portion of proceeds supports The LEE Initiative—because great tools should give back.

Behind the Build:
Product Specs

Origin

Handcrafted in Seki, Japan

Overall

Length: 13.88 in | 352 mm

Blade Type

A chef's knife, often referred to as a cook's knife, is a versatile and essential tool in both professional and home kitchens. It features a broad, sharp blade that tapers to a point, allowing for a variety of cutting techniques.

Blade

53 Layer VG10 Damascus
Damascus
Water Stone
Flat Grind
15º
62 HRC
Ambidextrous

Handle

Charred Retired Maker's Mark Bourbon Barrels

Blade

Width: 1..88 in | 48 mm
Length: 8.5 in | 216 mm
Thickness at spine: 2.1 mm

Handle

Width (including bolster): 5.38 in | 137 mm

Tasks

Care

Do not place in dishwasher… Seriously, don’t even think about it!

Hand-wash only with warm water and a mild detergent; rise and dry immediately

Clean the blade right away after slicing acidic or salty foods like tomatoes, citrus and vinegar based items

For wood handles: Apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil or wood cream every few weeks

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Product: Chef Edward Lee Limited Edition Bunka Knife - 8"

Average Customer Rating: 4.77 out of 5 stars

Total Number of Reviews: 43 customer reviews

Customer Satisfaction Level: Excellent - Highly Satisfied Customers


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  • Customer Topic: blade
    Customer Consensus: A significant number of customers raved about the blade, describing it as razor sharp and stunning.
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    Customer Consensus: Many customers expressed appreciation for the excellent hand feel of the product, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.

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  • Customer Quote: \"The feel of the handle is very nice and comfortable.\"
    - Denis S. (Verified Customer)
  • Customer Quote: \"Light weight with good feel.\"
    - Clint M. (Verified Customer)
  • Customer Quote: \"Love the look and feel of this knife… can’t wait to use it more this summer!\"
    - kevin b. (Verified Customer)

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Recent Customer Reviews (10 reviews shown):

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    Review Title: Pricey for the outcome

    Customer Rating: 3 out of 5 stars (Average)

    Reviewer Name: Shane M. (Verified Purchase)

    Review Date: 2025-04-21

    Customer Feedback:

    The knife is beautiful—no doubt about that. I agree with other reviewers: it doesn’t hold its sharpness for long. In fact, it wasn’t even sharp out of the box, which is a red flag in itself. For a $500 price tag, I expected much more. At this point, it just doesn’t feel worth it. I’m hoping to get some recommendations for sharpening, because I really want to get the best out of it.
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    Review Title: Beautiful

    Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (Excellent)

    Reviewer Name: Dan C. (Verified Purchase)

    Review Date: 2025-06-23

    Customer Feedback:

    One of the most beautiful knives I’ve ever seen
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    Review Title: excellent!!

    Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (Excellent)

    Reviewer Name: Robert C. (Verified Purchase)

    Review Date: 2025-06-07

    Customer Feedback:

    Love Love Love it !!! Beautiful knife !!! very sharp in looks as well as its cutting ability !!!
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    Review Title: Chef Lee 8 "

    Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (Excellent)

    Reviewer Name: Kenneth T. (Verified Purchase)

    Review Date: 2025-03-22

    Customer Feedback:

    Excellent hand feel. Beautifully honed edge. A pleasure to use.
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    Review Title: Never have I ever…

    Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (Excellent)

    Reviewer Name: Duane M. (Verified Purchase)

    Review Date: 2025-01-14

    Customer Feedback:

    … used a better knife! The edge, the balance, the quality you can feel throughout really make it a joy to use. I couldn’t be more pleased with the addition of this amazing knife to my kitchen!
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    Review Title: Chef Edward Lee Limited Addition Knife

    Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (Excellent)

    Reviewer Name: Dean S. (Verified Purchase)

    Review Date: 2024-12-10

    Customer Feedback:

    We are very impressed with this knife. It is versatile, extremely sharp and easy to use for any task. The fact that it also benefits Chef Lee's charity is a bonus. No one would be disappointed with this knife for themselves or to give as a gift.
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    Review Title: Great Craftsmanship

    Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (Excellent)

    Reviewer Name: Kari C. (Verified Purchase)

    Review Date: 2024-11-19

    Customer Feedback:

    I love this chef knife! It is so light and cuts through everything with ease. It’s beautiful to look at. The design is great also. I wasn’t sure if I would like the angled tip but I like it better than the traditional chef knives out there. \nI would recommend this knife to any goody out there that loves to cook.
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    Review Title: Amazing

    Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (Excellent)

    Reviewer Name: hannah r. (Verified Purchase)

    Review Date: 2025-01-10

    Customer Feedback:

    Got this for my husband, for Christmas. He absolutely loves it. So beautifully made
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    Review Title: 가볍고 강한 칼! 가벼우면서도 날이

    Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (Excellent)

    Reviewer Name: Juhye K. (Verified Purchase)

    Review Date: 2024-10-30

    Customer Feedback:

    가볍고 강한 칼! \n가벼우면서도 날이 잘 들어 요리가 즐겁고, 앞쪽의 뾰족한 부분이 있어 칼 두 개의 효과를 즐기고 있습니다! \n우리 Edward 균 Lee 셰프님의 센스와 요리 대한 사랑이 담긴 칼이라는 생각이 매번 듭니다. 애지중지, 더욱 애정하면서, 맛있는 음식 만들어 가족들과 즐기겠습니다!
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    Review Title: Recieved a replacement knife

    Customer Rating: 3 out of 5 stars (Average)

    Reviewer Name: James F. (Verified Purchase)

    Review Date: 2024-09-11

    Customer Feedback:

    Recieved a replacement knife , the blade feels delicate, i will continue to use it and see how it holds up. The last one handle cracked on first use , the company replaced it. So i am exited to see if this knife holds up. I will post a more detailed review after a month or so..
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