Miyabi Kaizen II Chef's Knife

The Miyabi Kaizen II Chef's Knife is the most indispensable of all knives. Perfectly diced onions and peppers, slender zucchini matchsticks, roll cut carrots and thinly shredded cabbage are just a few strokes away with this powerful, versatile tool. The Miyabi Kaizen II collection is a stunning example of the finest Japanese craftsmanship. Features excellent cutting edge retention and sharpness. The core of the blade is surrounded by 49 layers of steel which make up the unique Damascus design pattern on the blade. The Pakkawood handle sits comfortably in the hand, allowing firm control and tireless working.

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  Friodur(x2) fine carbide, forged from a core of advanced FC61 super stainless steel
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  49 layers of stainless steel with Damascus pattern using a traditional 4-step Honbazuke technique
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  61 Rockwell Hardness; traditional Japanese blade hand-honed to a 9 to 12° angle
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  Larger steel bolster and Pakkawood handle with mosaic accent pin and red spacer, complimented by a steel end cap with logo
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  Made in Japan with a lifetime warranty; hand-wash only